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Hell is other people. Mastering the invisible currents of human interaction. An evidence-based look at how we relate to one another.
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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…
Refusing alcohol often requires justification in social settings
In France, individuals who refuse alcohol, whether for health reasons, pregnancy, or religious beliefs, often feel pressured to explain their…
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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,…
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…
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…
Gen Z workers face higher termination rates due to lack of professionalism
Gen Z workers face higher termination rates due to unmet workplace expectations Many Gen Z graduates are being fired at…
Five simple brain habits can help leaders unlearn bias and lower conflict
Leaders often carry unconscious bias, meaning fast, automatic judgments about people that operate outside awareness. The Inc. piece distills five…
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Religious households prefer dogs, non-religious households lean toward cats, study finds
A 2019 study showed a clear link between religiosity and pet choice in the United States. Using a nationwide survey…
Psychologist Jung and philosopher Simondon explain how digital life shapes people and their ties
Individuation, the making of a person or a thing as a distinct being, offers a clear way to read daily…