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Parenting in childhood predicts personality in early adulthood
Affectionate parenting shapes openness, conscientiousness, and agreeableness in adulthood A longitudinal twin study following 2,232 British twins from childhood to age 18 demonstrates that affectionate parenting between ages 5 and 10 predicts higher levels of openness, conscientiousness, and agreeableness in…
Child trauma recovery depends more on thoughts than event severity
Child trauma recovery is shaped more by thoughts than event severity; evidence shows cognitive factors predict PTSD in children and support trauma‑focused CBT.
Skip the blame and invite dialogue: simple language shifts that build kids’ emotional intelligence
Good emotional intelligence starts with how adults talk to children. Clinical neuropsychologist Dr Julia DiGangi says three everyday phrases undermine that goal and offers gentler alternatives. First, asking “Why can’t you be more motivated?” frames the child as the problem.…
The cognitive benefits of team sports and reading for children
An academic study identifies team sports and reading as activities that significantly enhance children’s intelligence. Team sports promote cognitive development through physical challenges and structured, strategic learning, while reading improves verbal skills, creativity, and overall cognitive performance. Both activities are…
AI replaces teachers in school experiment
David Game College has introduced an AI-driven GCSE program designed to provide personalized learning experiences. The system tailors lessons to individual student needs, monitors progress, and adapts content accordingly, offering a more efficient way to prepare for exams and potentially…
Research shows having children does not necessarily increase happiness
A study published in Journal of Family Issues examines how parenthood affects happiness. It discusses the nuanced relationship between having children and life satisfaction, exploring factors like societal expectations, financial strain, and personal fulfillment. It suggests that while children bring…
Parennials: parents who integrate their children into every aspect of life
Parennials are parents who choose to involve their children in nearly all their daily activities, including social and leisure pursuits. This approach reflects a shift in parenting styles, where the traditional boundaries between adult and child spaces are increasingly blurred.…
Common annoyances faced by childfree adults
Childfree adults often encounter intrusive and judgmental comments that reflect societal expectations about parenthood. These remarks, though sometimes well-intentioned, reveal underlying assumptions that everyone desires children or that choosing not to have them is abnormal. This can be particularly frustrating…
Neglect or overpraise in childhood can foster narcissistic adults
Children are not born narcissistic; they learn to prioritise themselves through the way they are treated. Psychologists point to two opposite, but equally damaging, parenting extremes that can plant the seeds of adult narcissism. When caregivers are emotionally unavailable and…
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Mike Horn survival adventures
Mike Horn and the spirit of exploration Mike Horn is one of the few modern explorers who still embodies the raw, fearless spirit of adventure. His journeys, from walking around the equator and the Arctic Circle to solo crossings of…
Expedition 33 : a life experience game – ending, analysis, official music
Most games entertain. A few linger. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is the rare aesthetic literacy game that reframes how you think about beauty and grief. Set in a dark, Belle Époque and Paris-inspired world, humanity lives under the curse of…
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Scientists study near death events, but proof of life after death is still missing
Near death reports now meet modern tools in hospitals. We see short windows of organized brain activity while the heart is stopped, and we see rare moments of mental clarity before death. These observations keep the debate open, but they do not prove life after death.
3D-printed capsule “Sarco” promises a self-directed, painless death
This article is purely informational and does not advocate for or against euthanasia; it aims only to present practices that exist around the world. Australian doctor and right-to-die activist Philip Nitschke, often dubbed “Dr Death,” has unveiled Sarco, a sleek,…
Expedition 33 : a life experience game – ending, analysis, official music
Most games entertain. A few linger. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is the rare aesthetic literacy game that reframes how you think about beauty and grief. Set in a dark, Belle Époque and Paris-inspired world, humanity lives under the curse of…
Father sacrifices his life for early retirement, only to die from cancer soon after
The story of a father who sacrificed his happiness and health to retire early, only to be diagnosed with terminal cancer shortly afterward. He lived frugally, saving diligently, but his overly strict budget left no room for healthcare or enjoyment…
Near-death experience: a profound spiritual journey and transformation
A woman recounts a near-death experience (NDE) that profoundly changed her life in 1968 following surgery. During 45 seconds of cardiac arrest, she describes leaving her body, observing the operation from above, and traveling through walls to join her husband…
Happiness
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Flow state explains how deep focus boosts happiness and performance
Flow state is a deep immersion that boosts performance and mood. Learn how to achieve flow state using psychology and neuroscience to get in the zone.
Gratitude helps us escape the hedonic treadmill
Gratitude explains why new gains fade and complaints rise.
The key to starting a dreaded task is to act without waiting for motivation
Harvard Business Review: How to actually start the task you’ve been avoiding To begin a task you have been avoiding, the most crucial step is to take action, even if you do not feel motivated. The common belief that motivation…
Accept, grow, serve: a psychologist’s three-step guide to optimal living
The piece is an opinion essay grounded in the author’s clinical experience and spiritual reflection; it cites no peer-reviewed studies. Nevertheless, its themes align with research showing that (a) acceptance-based interventions improve well-being, and (b) prosocial action boosts happiness. Life…
Love your enemies: a buddhist guide to defeating anger, ego, and self-loathing
In their collaborative work Love Your Enemies: How to Break the Anger Habit & Be a Whole Lot Happier, Robert Thurman and Sharon Salzberg delve into the profound concept of “enemies,” both external and internal, that obstruct our path to…
We create a false self in early life to meet external expectations and cope with childhood experiences – James Hollis
James Hollis explores the psychological and spiritual upheaval of midlife as a necessary and meaningful rite of passage. Drawing from Jungian concepts, he introduces the idea of the “provisional personality” – a false self formed in childhood to meet external…
Personal growth leads to spiritual awakening by expanding awareness beyond the ego
Developmental awakening maps the journey from ego to awareness. Learn how personal growth expands your perspective and leads to a spiritual waking up.
Psychologists explain 3 proven ways to kick bad habits for good
Psychologists reveal 3 ways to kick bad habits for good: reinvent rewards, change your environment, and add friction to stop the urge before it starts.
Arthur Brooks advises acting happy to feel happy and managing wants to find satisfaction
Feelings often follow actions. When you smile, stand up straight, or speak energetically, your brain interprets these physical cues as signs that you are doing well.
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All Love (33) »Invisible load in relationships: 3 signs you carry too much
Learn the 3 signs of invisible load in relationships: managing tasks, tracking details, and carrying emotional weight. Discover how to share the mental burden.
Are men less attracted to intelligent women?
2015 study: men are slightly less attracted to intelligent women, despite what they say Six experiments by Park and colleagues (2015) examined men’s stated versus observed attraction to intelligent women. When evaluating hypothetical or physically distant profiles, men reported preferring…
Understanding the brain helps love last, says neurobiologist Lucy Vincent
Lucy Vincent is a neurobiologist with a rich, eclectic career in research, known for her popular science books on the plasticity of the brain and the biology of human attachment. Her newest book, Le cerveau des amoureux (“The Lovers’ Brain“,…
Beyond fairy-tale love: reclaiming realistic expectations in relationships
Why the end of the Disney glow can be the beginning of something deeper. The Myth We All Inherited From childhood on, many of us soaked in the same storyline: love should feel magical – non-stop butterflies, spontaneous grand gestures,…
Love your enemies: a buddhist guide to defeating anger, ego, and self-loathing
In their collaborative work Love Your Enemies: How to Break the Anger Habit & Be a Whole Lot Happier, Robert Thurman and Sharon Salzberg delve into the profound concept of “enemies,” both external and internal, that obstruct our path to…
We create a false self in early life to meet external expectations and cope with childhood experiences – James Hollis
James Hollis explores the psychological and spiritual upheaval of midlife as a necessary and meaningful rite of passage. Drawing from Jungian concepts, he introduces the idea of the “provisional personality” – a false self formed in childhood to meet external…
Childhood trauma linked to smaller hippocampus after romantic breakups
A new study links romantic breakups to smaller hippocampal brain volume in adults with childhood trauma, showing how early adversity heightens stress sensitivity.
The Peak-End Rule explains why we judge relationships by their most intense moments and how they end
The peak-end rule of love explains why we judge relationships by their most intense moments and how they end, ignoring the average of our daily life together.
The scarcity principle explains why we chase unavailable partners and how an abundance mindset builds real love
The scarcity principle traps us in chasing distant partners. Shift to an abundance mindset to stop settling and find secure, real love.
Men & Women
All Men & Women (18) »Invisible load in relationships: 3 signs you carry too much
Learn the 3 signs of invisible load in relationships: managing tasks, tracking details, and carrying emotional weight. Discover how to share the mental burden.
Are men less attracted to intelligent women?
2015 study: men are slightly less attracted to intelligent women, despite what they say Six experiments by Park and colleagues (2015) examined men’s stated versus observed attraction to intelligent women. When evaluating hypothetical or physically distant profiles, men reported preferring…
Beyond fairy-tale love: reclaiming realistic expectations in relationships
Why the end of the Disney glow can be the beginning of something deeper. The Myth We All Inherited From childhood on, many of us soaked in the same storyline: love should feel magical – non-stop butterflies, spontaneous grand gestures,…
Understanding women’s menstrual cycles: how hormones impact mood and behavior
A menstrual cycle typically lasts 28-32 days, this varies among women.Day 1 is the first day of bleeding, lasting 3-7 days. Key phases and hormonal effects of women’s menstrual cycles Day 1–10: Estrogen Build-Up Day 10–15: Ovulation Ovulation comes between…
The scarcity principle explains why we chase unavailable partners and how an abundance mindset builds real love
The scarcity principle traps us in chasing distant partners. Shift to an abundance mindset to stop settling and find secure, real love.
The five-second pause: A simple strategy to prevent relationship conflicts
Recent psychological research demonstrates that taking just a five-second pause during tense moments in a relationship can significantly reduce aggression and prevent minor disagreements from escalating into larger conflicts. In a study involving couples, delaying reactions – even by just…
Four key factors for sustaining a lifelong relationship
Four essential elements for maintaining a long-term romantic relationship:
Small inequalities in relationships may strengthen bonds, but large ones cause harm
How dating someone perceived as being “out of one’s league” can impact relationships. While minor disparities between partners, such as intelligence or social status, can enhance admiration and love in the short term, significant inequalities tend to erode satisfaction and…
The five stages of long-term relationships and how to navigate them
The article explains the five key phases in romantic relationships, starting from the initial attraction and infatuation to building deeper commitment. Each phase presents distinct challenges and opportunities for growth, emphasizing how relationships evolve through time and how partners can…
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All Nature (10) »Mike Horn survival adventures
Mike Horn and the spirit of exploration Mike Horn is one of the few modern explorers who still embodies the raw, fearless spirit of adventure. His journeys, from walking around the equator and the Arctic Circle to solo crossings of…
AI enables first recorded 20-minute interactive exchange between humans and a humpback whale
An artificial intelligence system has enabled humans to engage in a 20-minute interactive exchange with a humpback whale, marking a significant milestone in interspecies communication. Using underwater speakers and precision microphones, scientists played recorded whale calls and received structured vocal…
Secret of orange cats cracked after six decades: it’s a small DNA cut
After decades of detective work, geneticists have pinpointed the mutation that turns some house-cats into ginger tabbies. A small missing stretch of DNA in a regulatory region near the ARHGAP36 gene on the X chromosome greatly increases the gene’s activity…
Walking outside brings extra mental benefits, the treadmill stays a safe and easy backup
Walking, whether outdoors or indoors, is good for your body and mind. Experts say that going outside adds useful variety and mood benefits, while a treadmill is a reliable choice when weather, safety or time are barriers. The best plan…
People in southern California breathe high levels of plastic chemicals every day
Scientists from the University of California, Riverside and Duke University used simple silicone wristbands to track what people breathe in daily city life. The bands captured plasticizers, the chemicals added to plastics to make them soft and flexible. The team…
Human dog brain synchronization may help explain the bond
Human dog brain synchronization happens during mutual gaze and petting, says a 2024 study, and may strengthen the bond while guiding autism research.
Pill “Telomir-1” that may reverse aging helps two very sick senior dogs
A small rescue center in Florida reports that an experimental pill, created by Telomir Pharmaceuticals and tested with medical adviser Dr Michael Roizen, appeared to restore health in two twelve-year-old dogs facing cancer and severe arthritis. The drug, called Telomir-1,…
AI enables first recorded 20-minute interactive exchange between humans and a humpback whale
An AI-driven study enabled a 20-minute conversation with a humpback whale named Twain. Scientists used call playback to test interspecies communication.
Slow blinking helps you communicate with your cat
Learn how to communicate with your cat using the slow blink technique. A scientific study confirms this simple trick builds trust and signals positive emotion.
Social
All Social (36) »Listening is the underrated skill that makes you a better leader instantly
144 studies confirm listening skills in leadership boost team performance. Learn why listening works and how asking follow-up questions makes you more likable.
The Pratfall Effect: why making mistakes can make you more likable
The Pratfall Effect shows that small mistakes make competent people more likable. Learn how spilling coffee can boost your appeal according to psychology.
Invisible load in relationships: 3 signs you carry too much
Learn the 3 signs of invisible load in relationships: managing tasks, tracking details, and carrying emotional weight. Discover how to share the mental burden.
Mike Horn survival adventures
Mike Horn and the spirit of exploration Mike Horn is one of the few modern explorers who still embodies the raw, fearless spirit of adventure. His journeys, from walking around the equator and the Arctic Circle to solo crossings of…
Personal attacks are the lowest form of debate: attack the argument, not the person
Why Schopenhauer’s “last resort” ruins thinking and how to debate without it. When conversations get tense, the easiest move is also the worst one: drop the issue and go after the person. The Latin term is ad hominem: “to the…
4 common gaslighting phrases and what to say instead
Avoid these 4 common gaslighting phrases, like 'you're too sensitive,' that a psychologist says unintentionally invalidate feelings. Learn what to say instead.
Smarter people tend to be more generous and choose the common good
Research across psychology and economics suggests that higher cognitive ability, the mental skills used to learn, reason, and solve problems, often goes with more generous and prosocial choices. People who score higher on intelligence tests are more likely to give…
Psychologist: to calm a fight, restate what they said and name the feeling
When people argue, both sides mostly want to feel heard. A simple tool can lower tension fast, even when you still disagree. It is called empathic paraphrasing. You repeat the other person’s key points in your own words, and you…
To win a developer’s heart, be clear, respect focus, and share simple fun
In some dating spaces, many women look for partners in tech because they see good job prospects and a clear path to long term stability. This guide explains what matters most when you speak with a developer, so care and…
Universe
All Universe (20) »Why Western astrology uses 12 signs even though the sky has 13 constellations
Why tropical astrology adheres to 12 signs, like Aries and Pisces, even though astronomers have identified 13 constellations (including Ophiuchus) on the ecliptic.
NASA confirms Mars cannot be terraformed with today’s tools, but human missions continue
Turning Mars into a world like Earth is not possible with the tools and materials we have today. NASA supported research shows that Mars does not hold enough carbon dioxide, the main greenhouse gas needed to trap heat, and much…
Quantum teleportation demonstrated using existing internet cables
Quantum teleportation achieved over standard internet fiber optics Engineers at Northwestern University have successfully demonstrated quantum teleportation using existing fiber optic cables that currently support regular internet traffic. This achievement indicates that quantum communication can coexist with classical data transmission…
Quantum teleportation achieved using existing internet cables for the first time
Scientists successfully teleported quantum information through active internet cables for the first time, proving a quantum internet can use existing fibers.
Google’s Willow quantum chip solves error challenge and beats supercomputers by eons
Google's Willow quantum chip solves a benchmark in 5 minutes that would take supercomputers eons. It reduces errors exponentially, impressing Elon Musk.
The self might be an illusion or a quantum process, say experts
Sam Harris and Roger Penrose debate if the self is real. Harris calls it an illusion, while Penrose looks to quantum physics and split brains.
Space travel health risks: accelerated aging, metabolism strain, and fertility concerns
A new report warns of space travel health risks: accelerated aging, insulin resistance, and fertility issues.
SpaceX catching the Super Heavy booster changes space travel forever
SpaceX caught the Super Heavy booster with Mechazilla arms. This historic Starship booster catch proves fully reusable rockets can slash space travel costs.
Physicist says human consciousness may link to hidden dimensions, evidence is missing
A physics professor, Michael Pravica of the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, has proposed that human consciousness could connect to dimensions that we cannot perceive. In his view, the brain is not the whole story. During intense focus, creativity, or…