Why Sad Music Is So Enjoyable When Most Dislike Negative Emotions (M)
Sad songs on repeat? You’re not alone. Find out why millions are addicted to sorrowful melodies.
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The Mind-Bending Experiences 50% Have Had Without Taking Drugs (M)
Many of these altered states of consciousness are likely to have been unintentional, as relatively few people have ever practiced meditation.
Chasing Social Status Makes You Happier — But Only From The Right Group (M)
High social status often brings more power, but this did not make people feel happier.
Struggling With Positivity? This Therapy Combo Brings Daily Happiness (M)
Two standard psychological techniques together help people feel more positive about life.
The Best Mix Of Foods For Mental Clarity, Happiness & High IQ (M)
Scientists identify four eating patterns that impact your mental state.
This Common Parenting Mistake Could Raise Children Prone To Lying (M)
Grown-ups may have to think twice about what they say to children.
A Radical Way To Conquer Your Worst Fears (M)
How confronting their worst fears is helping advanced cancer patients find relief from depression and anxiety.
Compassion Backfire: The Surprising Downside For 50% Of Couples (M)
Not all couples thrive on compassion: unexpected findings challenge conventional wisdom in love.
The Fake News Effect: How People Develop More Extreme Views (M)
The unsettling truth about how political biases shape what news people choose to believe.
Here’s Why Materialistic People Are Less Happy and Less Satisfied (M)
“Do not spoil what you have by desiring what you have not; remember that what you now have was once among the things you only hoped for.” ~ Epicurus
