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Survey: the worst passive-aggressive phrases
Passive aggressive communication means hinting at anger or blame instead of saying it openly. A new consumer survey of Americans…
Venting anger does not work, but calming activities effectively reduce rage
Venting anger by screaming or hitting adds fuel to the fire. A new study shows that calming activities like deep breathing are the real key to reduce anger.
Sarcasm can undermine relationship warmth, research finds
What sounds witty in the moment often sounds wounding to the person you care about most. Sarcasm relies on a…
Female psychopaths create fake friendships to gain control
Psychopaths are not interested in friendship. They cultivate what researchers call simulated friendships, relationships that look caring on the surface…
Things people say that reveal poor social awareness without knowing it
“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”
5 common phrases that sound passive aggressive, and what to say instead
Public speaking trainer John Bowe explains on CBNC that some everyday lines can sound passive aggressive. Passive aggressive speech is…
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…