Social
Hell is other people. Mastering the invisible currents of human interaction. An evidence-based look at how we relate to one another.
Level 1
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…
Level 2
Effective tactics to expose a manipulator
Manipulators thrive on control and subtle tactics to influence others. Effective ways to catch them off guard include setting clear…
Quality friendships enhance happiness and health more than children and relatives
The research report examines the impact of social networks on the survival of very old Australians over a 10-year period.…
During a conversation, our brains synchronize
Large Language Models Facilitate Brain-to-Brain Communication in Conversations A study involving intracranial recordings during face-to-face conversations reveals that large language…
Mastering conversation: how active listening keeps dialogue engaging
Effective conversationalists excel by actively listening, making others feel heard, and maintaining a natural flow. To avoid awkward pauses, focus…
Eight everyday habits that quietly reveal poor social intelligence
Social intelligence is the skill set that lets us read other people’s feelings, respect unspoken rules and adapt our behaviour…
Sentences showing low social skills
“I’m just being honnest”, “Whatever”, “That’s not my problem”, “me, I, me”, “I don’t care”, “You’re too sensitive”, “No offense, but”, “You would not understand”
Level 3
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…