Psychology Says Feeling Powerful Can Make People More Likely To Take Action
Power is often linked with confidence, authority and influence. But psychology suggests one of its strongest effects…
Psychology Says Forgetting A New Name May Mean You Were Reading The Person, Not Ignoring Them
Some people meet someone new, hear their name clearly, shake their hand, smile politely — and within…
Psychology Says People Who Take Hot Showers In Summer May Be Seeking Comfort And Emotional Relief
Taking a steaming shower during hot summer weather may seem uncomfortable to other people. However, those who…
Psychology Says People Who Choose Tea Over Coffee May Prefer A Calmer Kind Of Focus
Psychology suggests that people who prefer tea over coffee may experience alertness differently, but beverage choice is…
Psychology Says Generous Tippers May Be Showing Empathy, Gratitude And Fairness
People who leave generous tips at restaurants and bars are not always trying to impress others. While…
Psychology Says Feeling Uneasy Around Clutter May Be A Sign Of Cognitive Overload
A pile of parcels on a table, clothes hanging over chairs, or counters covered with random items…
Psychology Says Fathers Who Call Their Children While They Are Out May Be Showing Care, Not Control
When fathers call their children while they are away from home, the behaviour is sometimes interpreted as…
Psychology Says People in Their 60s and 70s Who Keep Handwritten Address Books Are Protecting Relationships They Value
Most contact information is now stored inside smartphones, cloud accounts and social media profiles. However, many adults…
Psychology Explains Why Intelligent People Change Their Minds In Front Of Others
Changing your mind in public can feel uncomfortable. In a meeting, family discussion, classroom, or group chat,…
Psychology Says Wanting Less Is Not Laziness, It May Be Freedom
Modern life often teaches people to keep reaching for more. A bigger house, a better title, a…
