Psychology says people who keep their AC or thermostat at a fixed temperature may crave control and predictabilityWhy do some people refuse to change their thermostat settings? Psychology suggests the habit may be linked to routine, cognitive efficiency...
27 Jun, 2026, 12.29 PM IST
Idiom of the Day: “Give someone the cold shoulder” — Life lessons on silence , ignorance, rejection and why sometimes people choose silence over wordsIdiom of the Day: In life, silence can sometimes carry more meaning than words. The idiom “give someone the cold shoulder” describes the ac...
25 Jun, 2026, 10.27 PM IST
These 5 Charlie Munger psychology lessons show why mindset matters more than intelligence, talent, or luck — lessons from Warren Buffett’s most trusted partnerThe Charlie Munger psychology lessons continue to inspire people seeking smarter decisions and lasting success. Rather than relying on inte...
25 Jun, 2026, 10.02 PM IST
Psychology explains why it's so hard to leave a toxic relationship; even when you know there's no futureLeaving a toxic relationship is incredibly difficult, even when the signs are clear. Emotional dependence, manipulation, and the lingering ...
25 Jun, 2026, 12.04 PM IST
Psychoanalysis founder Sigmund Freud explains why people in relationships repeat same mistakes again and again: 'Unexpressed emotions will never die. They are buried alive and...'Sigmund Freud, the founder of psychoanalysis, believed that emotions people suppress or avoid do not simply disappear. His famous quote, "U...
24 Jun, 2026, 05.16 PM IST
Psychology says if you keep craving sweets even after a full meal, your brain may not be asking for sugar at all, it may be crying out for reliefSweet cravings often signal more than just hunger, according to psychology. Stress, tiredness, and emotional pressure can trigger these urg...
22 Jun, 2026, 03.32 PM IST
Psychology says people misread the most accurate signs of high intelligence — It’s not confidence or quick answersForget the fast talkers; true intelligence often lies in thoughtful pauses and self-questioning. Psychology reveals that those who hesitate...
22 Jun, 2026, 11.39 AM IST
Psychology explains why some men get aggressive after losing a game or drive recklessly and what it meansManhood, unlike womanhood, is often seen as a social status requiring constant proof, according to Precarious Manhood Theory. Psychologists...
20 Jun, 2026, 01.17 PM IST
People in their 40s suddenly realise their closest friends are no longer the same. Studies say the silent friendship breakup happens after adults lose this childhood habitWhy friendship ends: As people enter their forties, close friendships often quietly fade due to increased responsibilities and diverging li...
19 Jun, 2026, 02.51 PM IST
Psychology says adults who apologize for things that were not their fault may not be insecure; they may have grown up in homes where taking the blame was the fastest way to make the tension stopMany adults habitually apologize for things not their fault. This stems from childhood experiences where they managed parental emotions. Th...
18 Jun, 2026, 07.55 PM IST
ET Alpha Wealth Summit | Is alpha dead in Indian markets? Devina Mehra says no, but the game has changedStock-picking is not over, but the way to achieve better returns is changing. Most investors are missing the real story. Devina Mehra of Fi...
18 Jun, 2026, 10.47 AM IST
Quote of the Day by French philosopher Blaise Pascal: “The sole cause of man’s unhappiness is that he does not know how to...” — Life lessons on why learning to sit quietly with your own thoughts may be the hidden path to true happiness and inner peaceQuote of the Day by Blaise Pascal: Modern happiness research keeps confirming what Blaise Pascal understood centuries ago. Constant noise, ...
16 Jun, 2026, 08.21 AM IST
Quote of the Day on Philosophy of Mind by William James: "Whenever you're in conflict with someone, there is one factor that can..." Learn a profound lesson on why attitude shapes relationships, resolves conflict, and transforms lives from the father of American psychologyQuote of the Day on Philosophy of Mind by William James: Known as the father of American psychology, William James understood that the mind...
15 Jun, 2026, 05.27 PM IST
Psychology says ghosting hurts because the brain hates unfinished stories: Why Gen Z keeps searching for answers when someone leaves without explanationPsychology says people tend to heal more effectively when they can make sense of their experiences and fit them into a clear, meaningful st...
14 Jun, 2026, 07.41 PM IST
Psychology says soft blocking hurts more than unfollowing because it is rejection without closure: Why Gen Z struggles when someone disappears without answersPsychology suggests that people tend to process difficult experiences more successfully when they can make sense of what happened and fit i...
14 Jun, 2026, 07.40 PM IST
Psychology says some women crying and overexplaining themselves during arguments may not be normal: John Bowlby explains reason behind hidden tearsAlthough crying and overexplaining are natural emotional responses, psychologists note that they can become counterproductive when they rep...
14 Jun, 2026, 01.24 PM IST
Psychology says reading old chats hurts after a breakup because your brain keeps returning to the version of love that once felt safePsychology does not suggest that people revisit old conversations because they are emotionally weak or incapable of moving forward. Human e...
12 Jun, 2026, 01.05 PM IST