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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...'- Psychology says people who always take a shower before bed may not just be cleaning up, they could be washing away the mental weight of the day
- Quote of the day by influential Harvard cognitive psychologist Steven Pinker: 'We will never have a perfect world, but...'-Life lessons on progress, optimism, reason, resilience, and building a better future
- Psychology says people who cannot accept expensive gifts are not ungrateful: Why generosity can sometimes feel emotionally heavy instead of joyfulPsychology suggests that people who struggle to accept expensive gifts are rarely being ungrateful. More often, they are responding to deep...24 Jun, 2026, 09.18 AM IST
- Psychology says fathers who often insist on arriving hours early for flights or trains are not being overdramatic, they are trying to protect the family against uncertaintyPsychology rarely deals in absolutes, but this habit often reflects a deeply rooted human instinct. Responsibility can reshape the way peop...24 Jun, 2026, 09.17 AM IST
- Psychology says people who always wear a watch aren’t worried about being late, they are trying to create structure in an unpredictable worldPsychology rarely deals in absolutes. However, for many people, this small accessory has evolved into an emotional support tool that helps ...24 Jun, 2026, 09.15 AM IST
- Quote of the day by American psychologist Carol Dweck: 'Test scores and measures of achievement tell you where a student is, but they don’t tell you...'- life lessons on growth mindset, learning, success, and human potentialRenowned psychologist Carol Dweck's "growth mindset" theory emphasizes that abilities aren't fixed. Her quote, "Test scores tell you where ...24 Jun, 2026, 12.24 AM IST
- Quote of the day by renowned psychologist Elizabeth Loftus: “Zealous conviction is a dangerous substitute for an...” — The secret lesson behind lifelong learning and better decisions, and why questioning your beliefs can make you wiserQuote of the Day by Elizabeth Loftus: “Zealous conviction is a dangerous substitute for an open mind.” This powerful insight from the renow...23 Jun, 2026, 11.13 PM IST
- Psychology says some kids are not interested in studying: Should parents really be worried? Why curiosity, motivation and learning styles matter more than gradesPsychology suggests that some children are not uninterested in learning itself. More often, they may be disconnected from the way informati...23 Jun, 2026, 09.11 PM IST
- Psychology says people who only like to buy clothes in stores and not online are not outdated: Why the brain still trusts touch more than algorithmsPsychology suggests that people who prefer buying clothes in physical stores are rarely being old-fashioned. More often, they are respondin...23 Jun, 2026, 09.05 PM IST
- Psychology says people who refuse to eat food that doesn't look appealing aren't being difficult, their brains may be programmed to trust their eyes firstPsychology teaches us that everyday habits often reveal hidden mental processes. The appearance of food is rarely the real story. The brain...23 Jun, 2026, 12.31 PM IST
- Psychology says people who are very choosy about what they eat: What this eating behaviour may reveal about personality and daily habits?Psychology says people who are very choosy about what they eat may have eating habits shaped by personality, past experiences, routine, hea...23 Jun, 2026, 02.28 AM IST
- Famous psychologist Carl Jung explains why people get irritated by habits they secretly themselves have: 'Everything that irritates us about others can lead us to an understanding of ourselves'Swiss psychiatrist and psychoanalyst Carl Jung believed that the traits and habits that irritate us most in other people often reflect hidd...22 Jun, 2026, 11.52 PM IST
- Psychology says waiting until the last minute to work is not laziness: How deadlines and time pressure trick the brain into finally taking actionPsychology suggests that people who only become productive when deadlines are approaching are rarely lazy. More often, they are relying on ...21 Jun, 2026, 04.38 PM IST
- Psychology says people who always take the last piece of cake are not necessarily selfish: Why the brain responds differently to social permission and opportunityPsychology suggests that the last piece of cake is rarely just about food. It often becomes a symbol of opportunity, social comfort and the...21 Jun, 2026, 11.47 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
- Psychology says people who keep their lights on while sleeping aren't afraid of the dark, they may be fighting a different battle of control and comfort inside their mindsSleeping with the lights on is rarely an arbitrary habit. Psychology suggests that everyday behaviors often serve as clues to deeper emotio...20 Jun, 2026, 12.21 PM IST
- Psychology says women who are ready to bargain heavily at any shop aren't frugal or afraid to negotiate: What behavioral research explainsPsychology says women who are ready to bargain heavily at any shop aren't simply trying to save money. Research in psychology and behaviora...20 Jun, 2026, 12.11 AM IST
- Psychology says people who save ‘special’ items for the future are not being practical: Why the brain delays joy, waiting for the perfect momentPsychology suggests that adults who hold on to special items are rarely acting irrationally. More often, they are trying to preserve someth...18 Jun, 2026, 10.48 PM IST
- Psychology says people who dip their cookies in tea or coffee are not being childish: Why small rituals help the brain slow down and feel comfortedPsychology suggests that adults who dip cookies into tea or coffee are rarely being childish. More often, they are creating a small ritual ...18 Jun, 2026, 04.11 PM IST
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