psychology
The effects are even worse for women.
People believe that slow and deliberative thinking is inherently superior to fast and intuitive thinking. The truth is more complicated.
Independent of cultural background, people seem to share a sense of what makes certain color combinations aesthetically pleasing.
Morbid fatality statistics on digital highway signs seem to distract drivers, thus increasing the number of car crashes.
You can’t control external threats, but you can manage how you prepare and respond to the risk.
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It may depend on whether you’re an “easily empathetically embarrassed” person.
People underestimate their opponent’s capacity to feel basic human sensations. We can short-circuit this impulse through moral reframing and perspective taking.
A small percentage of people who consume psychedelics experience strange lingering effects, sometimes years after they took the drug.
Thinking as a group and going along with the loudest voices can feel easy and even natural. But to make real positive change in our world, it’s important to hear all voices and question the perceived majority.
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Research shows self-ratings of personality traits like diligence are generally more accurate than ratings from others.
When making any tough decision, the key is not to be overly exploratory or exploitative.
Moments of social anxiety around truth tend to be accompanied by similar “fool the eye” pop culture phenomena.
“Who ya gonna believe: me or your own eyes?” Until you can assess your perception, the answer should be neither.
Inflection points veer life in unexpected directions. While unnerving, they provide opportunities for those who can navigate them.
Much of the discussion began during the pandemic, which really brought mental health issues to the forefront.
Bruce Willis has announced he is stepping away from acting.
Studies show that feelings of ease and comfort in a given situation are tied to feelings of authenticity.
A psychiatrist studied 1,000 near-death experiences. Here’s what he discovered.
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Many atheists think of themselves as intellectually gifted individuals, guiding humanity on the path of reason. Scientific data shows otherwise.
Social media isn’t the majority – it’s the vocal fringe.
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According to Tolkien, fantasy requires a deep imagination known as “sub-creation.” And the genre reflects a fundamental truth of being human.
Successful romantic relationships require desire, but that desire doesn’t have to be sexual.
In the pursuit of happiness, money probably trumps meaning.
Scientology, QAnon, and Heaven’s Gate: why do we seek healing from cults?
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Not only that, but AI learns what type of faces we like.
I hate grading. I love teaching, though, and giving students feedback is teaching.
There is much more to the Kama Sutra than just sex. It’s a guide to anyone wanting more pleasure in life, however they take it.
The results of a 2021 study suggest that the world’s most powerful psychedelic may be an underutilized peace-building tool.
Psychologist Adrian Furnham has termed this effect the male hubris, female humility problem.