Psychology says people who bring food to every house party may be doing more than being politeHouse parties are inherently social settings, and sharing food can make those interactions feel more natural and comfortable. Research by p...
11 Sep, 2026, 05.49 PM IST
Quote of the day by Julia Roberts: 'I want to have some idea of what I will look like. I want my kids to know when I am pissed and happy...' Notting Hill star's powerful lesson on ageing naturallyJulia Roberts, 58, is known for embracing natural ageing while maintaining a simple approach to skincare and wellness. Her routine includes...
11 Sep, 2026, 03.58 PM IST
Psychology says people who prefer takeout over dining in may be valuing one thing more than foodSomeone might enjoy dining at an elegant restaurant for a birthday or special occasion but still opt for takeout on an ordinary Tuesday. Th...
09 Sep, 2026, 07.22 PM IST
Psychology says people who try food items with unique names aren't merely showing off: What their choices may reveal?Psychology says people who try food items with unique names aren't merely trying to show off, appear different, or reject ordinary food. Th...
02 Sep, 2026, 09.34 PM IST
Psychology says people who always check the bill twice before paying may be seeking financial certaintyChecking a bill twice before paying may sometimes reflect a preference for financial certainty over speed. The person simply wants to be su...
20 Aug, 2026, 03.13 PM IST
Psychology says people who research restaurants before arriving in a new city may be reducing decision fatigue before the trip even beginsSomeone who researches restaurants before arriving in a new city may not be trying to avoid spontaneity. Instead, they may simply be reduci...
19 Aug, 2026, 09.17 PM IST
Psychology says people who refuse to mix foods on their plate may prefer clearer boundaries in sensory experiencesRefusing to mix foods may sometimes reflect a preference forclear sensory boundaries. The person knows exactly what each bite will contain,...
18 Aug, 2026, 04.15 PM IST
Quote of the Day by Gaozi: “Give it a breach to the east, and it will flow to the east” — the ancient Chinese philosopher’s powerful life lesson on human nature, morality, environment, character and free will, and why the direction of our lives may depend less on what we are born with than on how we are shaped by society and experienceQuote of the Day by Gaozi: “Give it a breach to the east, and it will flow to the east” captures his controversial view that human nature i...
18 Aug, 2026, 04.15 PM IST
Psychology says people who carry snacks everywhere may be creating a psychological safety netThe snack tucked into someone's bag can sometimes represent more than simply having something to eat. It may provide a sense ofpreparedness...
18 Aug, 2026, 03.39 PM IST
Psychology says why being given two choices can sometimes feel better than being given tenResearchers found that the effect of having many options depends on four key factors: the complexity of the choices, the difficulty of the ...
13 Aug, 2026, 11.10 PM IST
Psychology says people often enjoy the first bite differently from the last biteThe final bite can carry psychological significance because it marks the end of the eating experience. Thepeak-end rulesuggests that ending...
12 Aug, 2026, 06.32 PM IST
Psychology says people who always order the same dish at restaurants just want to avoid disappointmentpsychology suggests that people who always order the same dish at a restaurant are often responding to well-established cognitive processes...
08 Aug, 2026, 04.56 PM IST
Psychology says people who scroll their phone while eating may be using constant stimulation to avoid being alone with their thoughtsPsychology research suggests people who scroll their phones while eating may be doing more than passing time. Studies show most people find...
07 Aug, 2026, 05.02 PM IST
Psychology says people who never skip breakfast on weekends may rely more on routines than they realize, and research explains whyMany people break weekday schedules on weekends, while some maintain consistent breakfast times. Breakfast choices are often driven by rout...
07 Aug, 2026, 08.34 AM IST
In 2023, researchers in a West African nation tried to discover which pizza do lizards prefer and won an Ig Nobel Prize for its discoveryA curious study in Togo unveiled rainbow lizards choosing four-cheese pizza instead of their usual insect diet. Observations made near a so...
05 Aug, 2026, 08.31 AM IST
Psychology says people who love cold pizza may be hung up more on memories than tastePsychology suggests that enjoying cold pizza has less to do with personality and more to do with factors such as memory, sensory preference...
31 Jul, 2026, 12.21 PM IST
Psychology says people who drink freshly squeezed orange juice instead of packaged ones may be focusing on health halo effectPsychology suggests that preferring freshly squeezed orange juice over packaged juice has less to do with personality and more to do with p...
30 Jul, 2026, 05.48 PM IST