Psychology suggests people who keep the TV on in an empty house aren't simply avoiding silence; familiar voices can provide a sense of social presence that helps reduce feelings of isolationTurning on familiar TV shows when alone offers comfort. Research shows favorite programs act as social surrogates, fulfilling the fundament...
19 Jun, 2026, 06.24 PM IST
20 minutes, 1 life lesson: 60-year-old retired man takes the metro every day with nowhere to go. His honest reason can change the way you think about happinessAn elderly man, riding the metro with no destination, shared how he transforms his daily commutes into opportunities for human connection. ...
17 Jun, 2026, 10.50 AM IST
Psychology says people who've remained single by choice don't lack desire for connection; they feel it more intensely than mostIncreasingly, Americans, particularly millennials, are choosing singlehood not as a temporary state but as a deliberate life choice. Resear...
16 Jun, 2026, 06.24 PM IST
Psychology says late-night scrolling is not entertainment: Why your tired brain keeps watching one more video even when your body wants sleepPsychology says that the most important takeaway is that late-night scrolling is often about far more than entertainment. For many people, ...
15 Jun, 2026, 05.23 PM IST
Psychology says the loneliest people in any workplace aren’t the struggling ones; they’re often the most reliably competent ones, because excellence can quietly teach everyone else to stop checking if they’re okayIn the hustle of corporate life, top performers can frequently find themselves in the shadows. Their exceptional skills often lead others t...
12 Jun, 2026, 08.05 PM IST
Psychology says loneliness is not just being alone: Why people with friends, family and followers can still feel unseen, unheard and emotionally invisiblePsychology does not view loneliness as something experienced only by people who are physically alone or socially isolated. Human connection...
12 Jun, 2026, 06.27 PM IST
Psychology says when women say ‘I’m fine,’ they may be hiding a much bigger emotional story, and it’s not always what people thinkFor many women, saying “I’m fine” is not necessarily a sign of weakness or avoidance. More often, it reflects empathy, resilience, a strong...
08 Jun, 2026, 02.17 PM IST
African Proverb of the Day: 'A child that is not embraced by the village...'-Life lessons on belonging, community, compassion, and why every child needs to feel seen and valuedAn ancient African proverb warns that a child rejected by their village will seek warmth through destruction. This wisdom underscores the u...
02 Jun, 2026, 05.24 PM IST
Psychology says people who always fix everyone else’s problems often secretly struggle to heal themselves: Is it about the saviour complex?The psychology behind people who constantly try to solve everyone else’s problems reveals a complicated blend of empathy, trauma responses,...
31 May, 2026, 04.06 PM IST
South African proverb of the day: 'Love, like rain, does not choose...' Life lessons on relationships, human nature, marriage and why true affection is impartial and unconditionalSouth African proverb of the day highlights the message behind the saying, “Love, like rain, does not choose the grass on which it falls.” ...
29 May, 2026, 10.03 PM IST
Quote of the day by Shakira: ‘I prefer an ugly truth to a pretty lie. If someone is telling me the truth that…’ Hard reality about love which feels painfully real in the age of filtered digital livesQuote of the day: The quote extends far beyond romantic relationships. In friendships, honesty often becomes the foundation of lasting conn...
29 May, 2026, 02.00 PM IST
Chinese proverb of the day: 'You can never be happy at the expense of...' Life lessons on happiness, human nature, inner peace, and why one should avoid hurting othersChinese proverb of the day teaches that real happiness cannot come from hurting other people. The saying explains the value of empathy, kin...
28 May, 2026, 08.17 PM IST
Psychology says people who reach their 60s without close friends are often not distant or unfriendly; they simply spent decades carrying the emotional burden in every relationship until they had nothing left to giveMany people spend decades being the emotional backbone of friendships. This constant giving without receiving leads to depletion. Eventuall...
28 May, 2026, 02.48 PM IST
Quote of the day by Robert Frost: ‘The brain is a wonderful organ; it starts working the moment you get up in the morning…’ Brutally funny truth about office life reveals the hidden reason millions feel mentally exhausted before the workday even beginsQuote of the day: Although Robert Frost is remembered as one of America’s greatest poets, his lasting appeal comes from his profound unders...
27 May, 2026, 09.39 PM IST
Chinese proverb of the day: 'A smile will gain you...' Life lessons on happiness, human behavior and why joy is contagious in natureChinese proverb of the day highlights the saying “A smile will gain you 10 more years of life.” The proverb explains how happiness, calm be...
27 May, 2026, 05.22 AM IST
Persian Proverb of the Day: ‘The lion is handsome, but the gazelle gets…’ The hidden mistake many ‘Alpha’ personalities make in relationships, friendships and workplaces according to this clever ancient sayingPersian Proverb of the day: Somewhere between ancient satire and modern social commentary exists a proverb that feels surprisingly suited t...
26 May, 2026, 02.39 PM IST
IAS officer Divya Mittal says schools teach achievement, not happiness, sparks debate on Indian educationDivya Mittal, an IIT Delhi and IIM Bangalore alumna, has sparked a nationwide conversation. She points out that India's top educational ins...
19 May, 2026, 10.19 AM IST