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...
Psychology > Dark traits
The darker aspects of human psychology and toxic behaviors. It focuses on 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.
Venting anger does not work, but calming activities effectively reduce rage
The idea that you should "let it out" when you feel angry is widespread, but a major scientific review shows it is wrong. Researchers found that venting anger by yelling, hitting a punching bag, or...
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 mismatch between what is said and what is meant. While that twist can feel clever, new...
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 but exist only to satisfy their hunger for...
Sentences showing low social skills
Using certain phrases in conversation can reveal a lack of social awareness and empathy. Expressions such as "No offense, but...", "I don't care," or "You always..." often indicate insensitivity,...
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 when someone hides anger or pressure behind polite words. It...
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 opposite, but equally damaging, parenting extremes that can plant...