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Awareness

Why People Speak Loudly: The Psychology Behind a Loud Voice

Imagine you are outside in public, say a bus stop, when you suddenly hear a person’s voice drowning out all others. It is bold, loud, and booming over others. Despite them not using disrespectful words or tone, you might start

Social

Grieving on Pause: Why Some Minds Aren’t Ready to Mourn

It’s been about a year since Sakshi lost her grandmother. At first, she seemed fine, seeming to get over it quickly. If anything, she started getting more engaged in her classes, actively doing her homework, and continuously performing better than

Awareness Technology

How the Dopamine Economy Creates Digital Fatigue

In our constantly connected world, every notification and social media scroll offers a quick pleasure hit. This feeling is driven by dopamine, a brain chemical for motivation. However, digital platforms now use this system to capture our attention. Experts call

Relationship

How Personality Traits Shape Marital Compatibility and Long-Term Happiness

Since marriage is one of the closest interpersonal relationships, it offers a special framework for studying the interplay between relational dynamics and individual differences. Personality and compatibility have emerged as particularly important drivers of relational happiness,  stability, and long-term adjustment

Self Help

How Does Repeated Failure Lead to Identity Erosion?

Failing is not simply an occurrence; it is a slow, residual experience that hangs out on the edge of our minds. The initial failure is painful, the second failure hurts, and on the third failure, it begins to alter how

Positive

The Science and Spirituality of Chanting: Boosting Mind, Body, and Emotions

Chanting has long been a vital part of human life, deeply rooted in religion and spirituality.  Beyond its spiritual role, it also connects closely with the human mind and brain, influencing psychological and emotional health. These repetitive rhythms act as

Research

Genetic Insights Into Cannabis Use and Associated Health Risks

A study was conducted by the University of California, San Diego, of Medicine over 130,000 participants. In collaboration with the genetic testing company 23 and Me. It reveals genes linked to cannabis use and mental health issues. Two key genes,

Awareness Self Help

How Guilt and Regret Shape Our Decisions, Character, and Emotional Well-Being

A central question of human psychology is whether and when people change for the better. It has long been believed that emotions are essential for self-regulation, but the part that certain emotions play in inspiring a desire for self-improvement has

Parenting Social

The Psychological Impact of Parental Fights on Children

Prolonged and acute parental conflict can be devastating psychologically to children. When there is fighting between parents, they are at risk of depression, anxiety, behavioural disorders, and poor social relationships. The children can be insecure or believed to have caused