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Psychology says you may want something more the moment someone else wants it, here’s why- Psychology says men who always carry a tiny comb may be more intentional about how they present themselves
- Quote of the day by Carl Rogers: 'I accept uncertainty, fear, and emotional ups and downs. That is the price I am willing to pay..' ; life lessons on how uncertainties help us grow from powerful quote by American psychologist
- Psychology says people who check their horoscope daily may be trying to reduce an uncomfortable feelingSomeone who checks their horoscope every morning may not necessarily be looking for a glimpse into the future. The habit may instead provid...09 Sep, 2026, 08.41 PM IST
- Psychology says people who can never stop taking photos may be chasing more than the perfect picturePeople naturally make choices about how they want to be perceived by others. Photographs offer a particularly powerful way to shape that im...09 Sep, 2026, 08.04 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 never share their problems and fight alone may be protecting more than their privacyEmotional disclosure can help people organize and process difficult experiences, and social support can reduce the impact of rumination. Ho...09 Sep, 2026, 05.57 PM IST
- Psychology says people who wear fancy clothes at home may be doing more than looking goodPsychology suggests that dressing up at home may have less to do with seeking approval from others and more to do with how people perceive ...09 Sep, 2026, 05.19 PM IST
- Psychology explains people who love true crime may have less to do with violence than you think, and more to do with understanding dangerous people, anticipating threats and managing fearTrue crime's appeal stems from understanding dangerous minds and morbid curiosity. Defensive vigilance and learning about potential threats...09 Sep, 2026, 10.24 AM IST
- Psychology says people who talk extensively in office aren't necessarily trying to dominate others: What the behavior reveals?Psychology says people who talk extensively in office aren't always trying to disturb others or avoid work. Excessive talking can be linked...08 Sep, 2026, 10.18 PM IST
- Psychology says parents who believe every child needs a sibling may be right about one important thingA supportive sibling relationship may help children develop emotional understanding and self-regulation. However, persistent hostility, bul...08 Sep, 2026, 08.35 PM IST
- Psychology says people who go for a run first thing in the morning may have this powerful mental habitMorning can offer a window before the day’s external demands begin to take over. Finishing a run before checking emails, attending meetings...08 Sep, 2026, 08.01 PM IST
- Elizabeth Holmes had every reason to stay away from cameras after fraud conviction. Instead, she let Nathan Fielder film her before prison. Behaviour experts have an answer whyElizabeth Holmes was just weeks away from beginning her prison sentence when she made an unexpected choice; she allowed Nathan Fielder and ...08 Sep, 2026, 07.35 PM IST
- Psychology says people who know the difference between needs and wants may have a powerful form of self-controlThe word need carries a more specific meaning in psychology than it does in everyday conversation. People often say, “I need a vacation,” “...08 Sep, 2026, 02.37 PM IST
- Psychology says people who use extra-large headphones on flights aren't necessarily antisocial: What this habit may mean?Psychology says people who use extra-large headphones on flights aren't necessarily antisocial. The habit can help passengers manage noise,...08 Sep, 2026, 12.45 AM IST
- Psychology explains why some people dream of leaving everything behind after years of doing what was expected of them instead of what they truly wantedDaydreams about alternate realities can reflect a deeper yearning for self-actualization. Psychologists identify three versions of our iden...07 Sep, 2026, 10.30 PM IST
- Psychology says people who can’t stop helping strangers may be driven by more than kindnessPsychology does not suggest that everyone who frequently helps others is motivated by pure altruism. Human behavior is rarely driven by a s...04 Sep, 2026, 05.31 PM IST
- Psychology says people who keep a bald look may be revealing more than you think - The fascinating reasons some people embrace baldness, including confidence, authenticity, practicality and individuality, and what their appearance choices may suggest about personality, social confidence and how they feel about changing expectations around appearanceEmbracing baldness serves as an empowering statement of self-acceptance for many individuals. Research implies that accepting changes in on...04 Sep, 2026, 11.59 AM IST
- Psychology says people who just do the bare minimum at work aren’t necessarily lazy: What this behaviour reveals?Psychology says people who just do the bare minimum at work aren’t necessarily lazy. They may be dealing with burnout, low recognition, unf...03 Sep, 2026, 08.43 PM IST
- Psychology explains why nervous job seekers may be more likely to fake confidence in interviews and why anxiety can push them to present a false imagePsychology of fake confidence in interview: Job interview anxiety often drives candidates to inflate their professional personas. Studies i...02 Sep, 2026, 10.33 AM IST
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