Emotional reactions in adult relationships can be disproportionate because they are linked to unresolved childhood trauma rather than the current interaction. Recognizing that intense responses may...
Psychology
Dark traits
A clear sense of purpose helps your personality grow at any age
Many people believe that personality is set early in life. A growing line of research suggests otherwise. New evidence shows that building a clear sense of purpose can gently shift key traits over...
4 common gaslighting phrases and what to say instead
When a conversation becomes tense, it is easy to fall back on defensive phrases without realizing the harm they cause. People can sometimes use common expressions that subtly dismiss another...
Trauma recovery
Nate Postlethwait presents himself as a writer sharing his thought on trauma recovery. Some of his thoughts: https://twitter.com/nate_postlethwt/status/1834066407052521822...
Decisions
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Dreams
AI advances toward decoding human dreams
Advancements in artificial intelligence are bringing scientists closer to decoding human dreams. AI algorithms can now analyze brain activity during sleep, potentially identifying the content of...
Hypnagogic imagery: flashing-light devices guide the brain into dream-like states without drugs
The idea is simple: when a rhythmic burst of white light reaches your closed eyes, the neurons in your visual cortex begin to fire in step with that rhythm. This “brain-wave entrainment” can nudge...
Device coming in 2025 to induce lucid dreams
A forthcoming device called Halo, expected to launch in 2025, is designed to help users achieve lucid dreams. By stimulating the brain during sleep, the device aims to enable users to control their...
Japanese teams show MRI can decode simple dream content
For years, headlines said that Japanese scientists built an MRI dream machine. The research is real, but the claim is not. Two lines of work from Japan explain what is possible today. First, in...
Intelligence
Elon Musk achieves Top 20 world ranking in Diablo IV
Elon Musk has reached the top 20 players globally in the popular game Diablo IV, a surprising achievement given his demanding roles as CEO of SpaceX and Tesla. Known for his intense work ethic and...
Smarter people tend to be more generous and choose the common good
Research across psychology and economics suggests that higher cognitive ability, the mental skills used to learn, reason, and solve problems, often goes with more generous and prosocial choices....
Mark Zuckerberg says he can beat anyone at Civilization
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg says he wants to play Sid Meier’s Civilization live on Twitch and believes no one could beat him. He made the comments in an interview at Meta’s Connect event, saying he is...
The “Multiple Intelligences” theory: a persistent educational myth
Despite its popularity among educators, Howard Gardner's "multiple intelligences" theory lacks scientific validation and has shown no effective educational application. The model, which categorizes...
Intuition
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Neuroscience
Scientists study near death events, but proof of life after death is still missing
Near death reports now meet modern tools in hospitals. We see short windows of organized brain activity while the heart is stopped, and we see rare moments of mental clarity before death. These...
Taking strategic breaks every 90 minutes keeps the brain sharp
An anonymous Redditor claiming to be a cognitive scientist posted the following message in r/Biohackers: As a cognitive scientist, I’ve spent the past few years digging into what helps the brain...
AI enables first recorded 20-minute interactive exchange between humans and a humpback whale
An artificial intelligence system has enabled humans to engage in a 20-minute interactive exchange with a humpback whale, marking a significant milestone in interspecies communication. Using...
Virtual avatars rewire body perception and ease trauma through brain plasticity
When people use virtual reality (VR) to embody avatars, such as taller, younger, or more muscular versions of themselves, their brain adapts to the new virtual body, often treating it as their own....
Various Psychology
Gratitude helps us escape the hedonic treadmill
"There are those who want a swimming pool in their home, while those who have it barely use it. Those who have lost a loved one miss them deeply, while others who hold them close often complain...
Panic attacks: sour candy and cold exposure may quickly calm a panic spike
Sour candy for panic attacks On a Reddit conversation titled "What’s a crazy body life hack everyone should know?", a user claims: If you're prone to anxiety attacks, keep some really sour candies...
MedCircle: mental health interviews with psychiatrists & psychologists
Mental health interviews with world-class psychiatrists & psychologists, providing mental health advice packed with actionable takeaways and clear explanations of the most complicated mental...
The key to starting a dreaded task is to act without waiting for motivation
Harvard Business Review: How to actually start the task you've been avoiding To begin a task you have been avoiding, the most crucial step is to take action, even if you do not feel motivated. The...