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2 Commonly Overlooked Signs Of Resilience
Sometimes, resilience looks like the opposite of what you’d typically expect.
2 Ways Discipline Can Lead To Burnout
Two mechanisms that make highly disciplined people disproportionately vulnerable to burnout, according to research.
3 Unexpected Signs Of Emotional Intelligence
Sometimes, a knack for overthinking can be a blessing in disguise — especially in terms of emotional intelligence.
When “Traditional” Parenting Advice Goes Straight Into the Trash
Real parenting for families who stopped pretending sticker charts work for everyone.
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An ADHD Therapist Explains The Importance Of Embracing Chaos
Why ADHD therapy works best when both therapist and client speak the same language.
2 Ways That Men Love Differently
Psychological research has demystified the differences between men’s and women’s approaches to romantic relationships.
The 3 Strongest Predictors Of Relationship Health
A relationship, like a plant, fades when its needs are ignored or smothered instead of carefully balanced.
3 Ways ‘Healthy Selfishness’ Can Improve Your Relationships
Contrary to popular belief, a little bit of selfishness could be just what your relationships need — here’s why.
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The Mindset Quiz: Discover Your Growth Archetype
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A psychological test to measure your ability to identify, process, and communicate emotions.
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Test your understanding of cold-blooded creatures, their evolution, and their incredible survival skills.
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How well do you really understand human conflict?
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3 Signs A Partner Is Highly Committed
Three behaviors that, if present in a romantic relationship, signal high levels of commitment, according to research.
2 Ways Giving Advice Can Backfire
No matter how well-intentioned your advice is, sometimes, it’ll still land the wrong way — here’s why.
3 Reasons Smart People Are More Indecisive Than Others
The very traits that make you an intellectual are the same traits that make you overthink your every decision.
3 Ways Self-Awareness Can Make Life Feel Harder
Three unexpected trade-offs that come with having high levels of self-awareness, according to research.
2 Productivity Rules That Successful People Break
Ignoring these two popular productivity narratives could be the secret to unleashing your full potential.
3 Signs That A Couple Is Drifting Apart
When these three behaviors go missing in a romantic relationship, emotional closeness diminishes in turn.
Recent Interviews
University Of Liverpool Research Reveals What Really Motivates Young Adults On Tinder
Researcher Pantxika Morlat reveals why Tinder doesn’t harm self-esteem as much as we think.
Read Interview →New Research Reveals How People Make Moral Choices In A Real-Life Sacrificial Dilemma
Would you sacrifice one person to save two? Researcher Dries H. Bostyn explains what happened when he put this problem to the test in a new study.
Read Interview →University Of Zurich Research Maps Out The Modern-Day 'Ecology Of Risk'
Researchers Renato Frey and Olivia Fischer from the University of Zurich reveal why the most common modern risks are rooted in careers, finances and ordinary life decisions.
Read Interview →New Research Reveals How 'Victim Signaling' Damages Reputations
Researchers Karl Aquino and Stefan Thau explain the reasons why people who signal themselves as victims are viewed less favorably than those who don’t.
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2 Reasons Intelligent People Face Higher Loneliness
Psychological research explains how divergent thinking can make connecting with others more difficult.
3 Habits That Make You Look Unconfident
Three ways that your body language and tone can broadcast a lack of confidence, despite how composed you really are.
The No. 1 Habit Preventing You From Entering Flow States
Flow emerges as attention settles fully into the task, where skill meets challenge and action unfolds with clarity and ease.
3 Signs You’re Secretly Undermining Your Happiness
Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs offers us the most useful possible framework for understanding why happiness feels out of reach.
The Real Reason Your Habits Aren’t Sticking, According To A Psychologist
A psychologist explains three commonly overlooked reasons why good habits can be hard to form, according to cognitive science.
The One Thing Most Marriages Are Missing — Even the Happy Ones
It's not communication, chemistry, or compatibility. Psychologists increasingly point to something quieter — and far more actionable.
5 Things The Happiest Couples Do Each Weekend, Explained By A Psychologist
It's not grand gestures or expensive dates. Research points to a handful of small, repeatable habits that keep relationships strong over time.
5 Relationship Lessons From John And Julie Gottman That Stick
The Gottmans have spent decades studying what makes love last. Here are five of their most actionable insights.
3 Ways To Use Overwhelm As A Productivity Tool
Research-backed methods for turning what feels like a barrier to your productivity into a springboard to success.
3 Ways For Parents To Support Their Highly Sensitive Kids
Three research-backed tips for parents to support their highly sensitive children’s unique developmental needs.
Why Humans Cry Emotional Tears
Humans are the only species that cry from emotion, and research suggests those tears play a deeper social and evolutionary role.
The Hidden Cost Of Emotional Labor, Explained By A Psychologist
Before any interaction begins, many people are already anticipating, regulating and adjusting in ways that drain their mental energy.
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