These Eclectic Pursuits Make Your Brain 4-7 Years Younger (M)
The creativity activities that rewire vulnerable brain regions, creating a shield against cognitive decline.
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Why Sharing Positive Emotions With Someone Else Matters So Much (M)
The research looked at the difference between when positive emotions are experienced alone compared with together.
We Overestimate Other People’s Emotions — And Why That Is A Good Thing (M)
Across thousands of interactions — video, text, and face-to-face — one pattern emerged: we overestimate the intensity of other people’s emotions.
How Your Name Influences How Believable You Are (M)
Names have a subtle impact on how we are perceived.
The Psychology Of Becoming Santa: What It Teaches About Purpose & Professional Identity (M)
Professional Santas reveal the hidden psychology of fitting — or not fitting — into a role you deeply value.
The Batman Effect: Why We Give Up Our Seats When A Superhero Is Watching (M)
A costume changes the moral climate of a subway car.
The Simple Self-Talk Trick Proven To Make People Happier (M)
A quick psychological practice that improves well-being, self-perception, self-worth and social well-being.
How Compassion For Others Fuels Your Own Well-Being (M)
We know self-compassion helps, but this study confirms caring for others provides a powerful, distinct well-being boost.
Poor Sleep: 8 Hours With Interruptions As Bad As Only 4 Hours (M)
Four 10 to 15 minute sleep interruptions in the night enough to leave people groggy and grumpy.
These Are The Most Anxiety-Provoking Holiday Purchases (M)
This study explains some of the special stress of shopping in the holiday season.
