The darker aspects of human psychology and toxic behaviors. Traits and attitudes that harm others or undermine personal growth. The goal is to understand these patterns to recognize, avoid, and overcome them, both in others and within ourselves.
Lowering arousal, not venting, is key to anger management New research from Ohio State University, published in Clinical Psychology Review, reveals that venting anger is not an effective way to manage it. The study, led by Sophie Kjærvik, reviewed 154…
11 common phrases that are subtly manipulative, often used to control or guilt others. Examples include “Don’t you trust me?” to evoke guilt, and “You’re too sensitive,” which dismisses valid emotions. Other phrases, like “I’m only joking” or “You’re overreacting,”…
The study titled “Cognitive and emotional demands of black humour processing: the role of intelligence, aggressiveness, and mood” was published in the journal Cognitive Processing in 2017. The research investigates the relationship between appreciation for dark humor and traits such…
Manipulators thrive on control and subtle tactics to influence others. Effective ways to catch them off guard include setting clear boundaries, calling out their behavior calmly, and staying emotionally neutral to avoid giving them power. Being informed about common manipulation…
Certain subtle behaviors can cause individuals to unknowingly give off negative vibes. These include frequent complaining, closed body language, interrupting others during conversations, and excessive self-deprecation. Such actions can create an uncomfortable atmosphere and may affect personal and professional relationships.…
Predicting narcissism and intelligence from LinkedIn profiles using machine learning Machine learning algorithms can accurately predict narcissism and intelligence from LinkedIn profiles by analyzing valid cues such as background pictures, public speaking skills, and the number of accomplishments. These findings…
Social intelligence is the skill set that lets us read other people’s feelings, respect unspoken rules and adapt our behaviour smoothly. When that skill set is weak, it tends to leak out through unmistakable habits. Here are the eight that…
Passive aggressive communication means hinting at anger or blame instead of saying it openly. A new consumer survey of Americans ranks the phrases that feel most passive aggressive in daily life. At the top is “You are too sensitive,” followed…
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.