Word of the Day: ParacosmWord of the Day: Paracosm is far more than a little-known vocabulary term. It captures one of humanity’s most remarkable talents, the abili...
10 Jun, 2026, 02.04 PM IST
Living in a fantasy world? Psychology says it may be your mind's way of coping with pain, emotional distressSome people find comfort in imagined realities. Psychology suggests these fantasies can help cope with emotional pain. Researchers now argu...
10 Jun, 2026, 01.59 PM IST
Word of the Day: CathexisWord of the Day: Some words stand the test of time because they capture something deeply human. Cathexis is one of those words. Although it...
10 Jun, 2026, 01.58 PM IST
Psychology says people accept bad behavior from partners that they would never tolerate from friends: Harville Hendrix's insights explain whyAccording to the psychological insights of Harville Hendrix, people often put up with behaviors from romantic partners that they would neve...
10 Jun, 2026, 01.53 PM IST
Quote of the day from Sigmund Freud: 'Many adults are still trying to earn love from parents who only rewarded performance...' How childhood experiences can make people chase constant validation from othersThe quote of the day from Sigmund Freud highlights how many adults continue to seek approval and love based on achievement, a pattern often...
10 Jun, 2026, 03.21 AM IST
Psychology warning: Are you being manipulated in your relationship without realizing it? 5 Machiavellian secrets influencing your emotional balanceThe psychology of manipulation shows that it is often subtle behaviors, rather than obvious actions, that shape emotional dynamics in moder...
09 Jun, 2026, 02.35 PM IST
Psychology suggests people who keep a paper calendar on the fridge aren’t old-fashioned: They’re turning memory into something the room can help holdIn a world dominated by screens, paper calendars on refrigerators still hold their ground. Experts in psychology highlight the power of tan...
08 Jun, 2026, 05.49 PM IST
Psychology says people who still reread old group chats from years ago share these 3 emotional reflection patternsDiving into old group chats is like flipping through a scrapbook of memories, revealing pieces of the person we used to be. These digital i...
08 Jun, 2026, 03.39 PM IST
Psychology suggests people who keep learning into their 60s and 70s aren't just filling time; they may be feeding curiosity in a way that helps memory stay engagedNew research reveals older adults remain curious and learn for psychological reasons. Curiosity boosts memory and learning across all ages....
04 Jun, 2026, 06.19 PM IST
Psychology suggests people who ask follow-up questions when something sparks their interest aren’t just being intense; they may be using curiosity in a way that helps new information stickInquisitiveness in the office often reflects a thirst for knowledge. Recent studies suggest that this eagerness to ask questions enhances b...
03 Jun, 2026, 07.25 PM IST
Psychology says older couples who retell the story of how they met aren't just repeating themselves, they are often strengthening shared identity through co-reminiscenceLong-term couples often revisit shared memories, not just for nostalgia, but to maintain connection, meaning, and identity. This practice, ...
02 Jun, 2026, 05.19 PM IST
Psychology suggests people who reread the same few books aren't stuck in the past; they're keeping a few places that never asked them to perform, because familiar stories can reinforce self-continuityPeople often reread favorite books. Psychologists explain this is not about the book itself, but what familiar stories mean. Rereading help...
02 Jun, 2026, 05.13 PM IST
Quote of the Day by Javier Marías: ‘We lose everything because everything remains except us, and therefore any form of posterity may be…’ Spanish author’s golden words on fragility of human existence and persistence of memoryJavier Marias, a renowned Spanish writer, is remembered for his profound novels. His work delved into memory, betrayal, and time's passage....
02 Jun, 2026, 02.45 PM IST
Quote of the day by Carl Jung: ‘Until you make the unconscious conscious, it will direct your…’ – Swiss psychotherapist on control of our livesSwiss psychiatrist Carl Jung believed unconscious forces dictate our lives, leading us to repeat mistakes and call it fate. He argued that ...
02 Jun, 2026, 12.41 PM IST
Psychology says people in their 40s and 50s who make lists for tiny tasks aren't becoming forgetful - they're building external memory supports that free the mind to focus elsewhere, because intentions stick better when cues are concreteForget memory loss; making lists, especially for those over 40, is a smart psychological adaptation. These 'external memory aids' like stic...
30 May, 2026, 02.43 PM IST
Psychology suggests the grandparent who tells the same family stories isn't losing the thread. Their autobiographical memory helps people keep a life coherentGrandparents often repeat family stories at dinner, a practice psychologists say is vital for preserving identity and making sense of life....
28 May, 2026, 02.09 PM IST
Psychology says people who keep printed photos in drawers aren't resisting technology. For them, concrete visual cues can anchor autobiographical recallPrinted photos serve as powerful memory triggers, aiding in detailed autobiographical recall, especially for older adults and those with Al...
26 May, 2026, 05.44 PM IST