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.
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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.
The Everyday Snack That Boosts Older Adults’ Brain Function (M)
A daily handful of a familiar food may improve cognitive performance by enhancing vascular function in the brain.
