#human-behavior
#human-behavior

Miscellaneous

Science has a new theory about the origin of kissing: A cleansing ritual among primates

Kissing is derived from grooming practices in apes, evolving into a symbol of human connection despite its strange nature.

fromemptywheel

OMG science

Evolution And Individuals - emptywheel

Cooperation was essential for the survival of early human ancestors, marking a significant evolutionary change from other primates.

fromenglish.elpais.com

Life's revolution: From the selfish gene to the collaborative cell

Society operates like an organism, driven by interactions among individuals, influenced by genetic determinants.

The concept of sociobiology suggests that human behavior is inherently linked to genetic survival.

Environment

fromEarth911

3 days ago

Earth911 Inspiration: Jared Diamond on Poor Human Choices

Humans possess a unique capability to make choices that go against evolutionary benefits.

fromenglish.elpais.com

Miscellaneous

Science has a new theory about the origin of kissing: A cleansing ritual among primates

Kissing is derived from grooming practices in apes, evolving into a symbol of human connection despite its strange nature.

fromemptywheel

OMG science

Evolution And Individuals - emptywheel

Cooperation was essential for the survival of early human ancestors, marking a significant evolutionary change from other primates.

Will Human Nature Allow Democracy to Survive?

Democracy's global spread is in decline, with support waning, and authoritarianism gaining ground, indicating that democracy may not be a natural evolution.

#attention-economy

Mental health

The Enemy Within: How Division Hijacks Humanity

Navigating moral dilemmas demands balancing engagement with boundary-setting across different domains of life.

Writing

People everywhere are head down, lost in the oblivion of infinite scroll. Just stop and let the moment breathe | Justine Toh

In today's attention economy, genuine human connection is increasingly rare, overshadowed by constant digital distractions.

Mental health

The Enemy Within: How Division Hijacks Humanity

Navigating moral dilemmas demands balancing engagement with boundary-setting across different domains of life.

Writing

People everywhere are head down, lost in the oblivion of infinite scroll. Just stop and let the moment breathe | Justine Toh

In today's attention economy, genuine human connection is increasingly rare, overshadowed by constant digital distractions.

more#attention-economy

Study reveals what people love most about sex - and it's NOT orgasm

The primary enjoyment in sexual relationships, according to a study, is intimacy and closeness rather than orgasm.

Books

Vanishing World by Sayaka Murata review a future without sex

Sayaka Murata's characters navigate societal expectations in unusual ways, raising questions about conformity and personal happiness.

Relationships

Study reveals what people love most about sex - and it's NOT orgasm

The primary enjoyment in sexual relationships, according to a study, is intimacy and closeness rather than orgasm.

Books

Vanishing World by Sayaka Murata review a future without sex

Sayaka Murata's characters navigate societal expectations in unusual ways, raising questions about conformity and personal happiness.

more#intimacy

#cognitive-science

fromScienceDaily

AI generates playful, human-like games

A new computer model by NYU can generate human-like goals by learning from how people create games, enhancing AI's understanding of human intentions.

Mindfulness

Why That Song Is Stuck in Your Head

Earworms are catchy tunes that can get stuck in our heads and persistently replay in our minds.

6 days ago

Turns out AI is really bad at picking up on social cues

Hemingway's theory of story structure highlights a crucial limitation of AI: its inability to understand nonverbal social cues.

fromScienceDaily

AI generates playful, human-like games

A new computer model by NYU can generate human-like goals by learning from how people create games, enhancing AI's understanding of human intentions.

Mindfulness

Why That Song Is Stuck in Your Head

Earworms are catchy tunes that can get stuck in our heads and persistently replay in our minds.

6 days ago

Turns out AI is really bad at picking up on social cues

Hemingway's theory of story structure highlights a crucial limitation of AI: its inability to understand nonverbal social cues.

more#cognitive-science

1 week ago

Please, Thank You, and the Ghost in the Machine

Speaking kindly to AI reinforces our social values and moral standards.

#rejection

7 years ago

London startup

What If the Only Thing Holding You Back Is an Invisible Rule You Never Questioned? | HackerNoon

Rejection in business can lead to valuable insights and future opportunities when viewed positively.

Miscellaneous

17 Red Flag Behaviors To Be Aware Of In New Relationships, According To Marriage Counselors

Handling rejection is crucial to understanding one's character.

7 years ago

London startup

What If the Only Thing Holding You Back Is an Invisible Rule You Never Questioned? | HackerNoon

Rejection in business can lead to valuable insights and future opportunities when viewed positively.

Miscellaneous

17 Red Flag Behaviors To Be Aware Of In New Relationships, According To Marriage Counselors

Handling rejection is crucial to understanding one's character.

Good, Evil, and Everything In Between

Binary labels like 'good' and 'bad' distort our view of others, harming relationships and mental health.

Practicing perspective-taking fosters compassion and understanding of human complexity.

Mental health

There's a word for people who prefer phones to meeting friends: addicts | Martha Gill

Human self-sabotage leads to behaviors that contradict survival instincts, contributing to mental health issues and social isolation.

Mental health

15 Shocking Interactions That Made Someone Think "Oh, This Person Is Really, Really Dangerous"

Certain behaviors and attitudes can reveal a person's psychopathic tendencies, often in subtle ways that provoke discomfort.

Good, Evil, and Everything In Between

Binary labels like 'good' and 'bad' distort our view of others, harming relationships and mental health.

Practicing perspective-taking fosters compassion and understanding of human complexity.

Mental health

There's a word for people who prefer phones to meeting friends: addicts | Martha Gill

Human self-sabotage leads to behaviors that contradict survival instincts, contributing to mental health issues and social isolation.

Mental health

15 Shocking Interactions That Made Someone Think "Oh, This Person Is Really, Really Dangerous"

Certain behaviors and attitudes can reveal a person's psychopathic tendencies, often in subtle ways that provoke discomfort.

more#mental-health

#crowd-dynamics

OMG science

'Chaos' Angle Explains Why Pedestrian Traffic Snarls to a Stop

Crowds can switch from order to chaos due to specific angles in movement.

Understanding crowd behavior is crucial for safety and urban planning.

OMG science

Daily briefing: People in dense crowds move in swirls

Densely-packed crowds form vortex patterns at critical density levels, significantly influencing movement dynamics.

'Chaos' Angle Explains Why Pedestrian Traffic Snarls to a Stop

Crowds can switch from order to chaos due to specific angles in movement.

Understanding crowd behavior is crucial for safety and urban planning.

OMG science

Daily briefing: People in dense crowds move in swirls

Densely-packed crowds form vortex patterns at critical density levels, significantly influencing movement dynamics.

The Evolving Self

Our self-concept is a dynamic process influenced by relationships and experiences rather than a static state.

The 'end of history illusion' makes us underestimate our future changes.

Are you a Flat Earther? You're probably INSECURE, scientists say

Belief in conspiracy theories, like Flat Earth, is linked to unmet psychological needs for security and value.

Sex 20 times a week? New study identifies four types of romantic lover

The study categorizes romantic love into four distinct types based on sexual frequency and emotional differences.

Miscellaneous

Why people deny climate change after existential threats like hurricanes

Many people deny climate change, despite its impacts, due to psychological mechanisms related to fear management.

Denial of climate threats is often a defense mechanism against the fear of mortality.

The Hidden Code Behind Everything You Do

ARCH theory proposes a formula for understanding human behavior through the interplay of archetypes, drives, and culture.

Would You Wear Hitler's Sweater?

Cognitive biases prioritize mental shortcuts but can lead to inaccuracies in judgment and perception.

Errors of association reveal our tendency to misinterpret relationships and behaviors.

Digital life

The Evolving Self

Our self-concept is a dynamic process influenced by relationships and experiences rather than a static state.

The 'end of history illusion' makes us underestimate our future changes.

Are you a Flat Earther? You're probably INSECURE, scientists say

Belief in conspiracy theories, like Flat Earth, is linked to unmet psychological needs for security and value.

Sex 20 times a week? New study identifies four types of romantic lover

The study categorizes romantic love into four distinct types based on sexual frequency and emotional differences.

Miscellaneous

Why people deny climate change after existential threats like hurricanes

Many people deny climate change, despite its impacts, due to psychological mechanisms related to fear management.

Denial of climate threats is often a defense mechanism against the fear of mortality.

The Hidden Code Behind Everything You Do

ARCH theory proposes a formula for understanding human behavior through the interplay of archetypes, drives, and culture.

Would You Wear Hitler's Sweater?

Cognitive biases prioritize mental shortcuts but can lead to inaccuracies in judgment and perception.

Errors of association reveal our tendency to misinterpret relationships and behaviors.

Artificial intelligence

AI: Intelligence or Imitation of Intelligence? | HackerNoon

The Turing Test primarily measures a machine's ability to mimic human responses, not its actual intelligence.

3 years ago

Artificial intelligence

Cloudflare's AI Labyrinth Bankrupts Data Scrapers | HackerNoon

Cloudflare's AI Labyrinth successfully counteracts data scraping, costing scrapers millions by using deceptive AI-generated data.

1 year ago

Artificial intelligence

AI: Intelligence or Imitation of Intelligence? | HackerNoon

The Turing Test primarily measures a machine's ability to mimic human responses, not its actual intelligence.

3 years ago

Artificial intelligence

Cloudflare's AI Labyrinth Bankrupts Data Scrapers | HackerNoon

Cloudflare's AI Labyrinth successfully counteracts data scraping, costing scrapers millions by using deceptive AI-generated data.

more#machine-learning

fromSlate Magazine

I Used to Work at NASA. I Have Some Insights About Sex in Space.

Public curiosity about astronauts extends beyond scientific inquiry to include personal matters like bathroom habits and potential romantic relationships.

#evolutionary-psychology

Parenting

The Instincts Undermining Our Humanity-and the Path Ahead

Understanding our primal instincts can help address modern societal issues like polarization and violence.

Miscellaneous

3 Reasons to Forgive

Forgiveness is a complex process influenced by evolutionary factors and social relationships, often requiring careful consideration of accountability.

Parenting

The Instincts Undermining Our Humanity-and the Path Ahead

Understanding our primal instincts can help address modern societal issues like polarization and violence.

more#evolutionary-psychology

Miscellaneous

3 Reasons to Forgive

Forgiveness is a complex process influenced by evolutionary factors and social relationships, often requiring careful consideration of accountability.

Navigating the Rapid Currents of Change

Human resistance to change is linked to a need for predictability.

Adaptability is key to navigating rapid technological shifts.

fromBig Think

philosophy

The "Nietzsche Thesis": Why we don't really care about truth

Herman Melville's 'The Confidence-Man' illustrates human naivety through a steamboat allegory, emphasizing that gullibility often leads to financial ruin.

The Blaming Narcissist

Humans have a complex relationship with blame, often influenced by emotions of guilt and shame, shifting responsibility rather than confronting it.

fromtime.com

Miscellaneous

Everything You Know About the Stanford Prison Experiment Is Wrong

The Stanford Prison Experiment illustrates how ordinary people can commit heinous acts under certain conditions, questioning the concept of inherent morality.

Parenting

The Blaming Narcissist

Humans have a complex relationship with blame, often influenced by emotions of guilt and shame, shifting responsibility rather than confronting it.

fromtime.com

Miscellaneous

Everything You Know About the Stanford Prison Experiment Is Wrong

The Stanford Prison Experiment illustrates how ordinary people can commit heinous acts under certain conditions, questioning the concept of inherent morality.

more#moral-psychology

NYC parents

fromwww.nytimes.com

Curtis Sittenfeld Goes Home Again

Curtis Sittenfeld's short story collection features a humorous and memorable incident of a woman photocopying her butt from the 1980s.

Productivity

fromEntrepreneur

4 Ways to Boost Your Business's Efficiency | Entrepreneur

Maximizing productivity requires acknowledging human nature, not just time management and efficiency techniques.

Symbolic Triggers and Fixed Action Patterns in Humans

Amplified Symbolic Releasers (ASRs) drive automatic human behaviors, intensifying beliefs and actions, leading to both constructive and destructive outcomes.

Why Some People Are Attracted to Cruelty

Cruelty is driven by a desire for power and control, with compassion being an effective antidote.

Law

The 48 Laws of Power Explained in 30 Minutes: "Never Outshine the Master," "Re-Create Yourself," and More

The 48 Laws of Power is an exploration of power dynamics rather than a straightforward self-help manual.

Online learning

The Nature of Human Stupidity Explained by The 48 Laws of Power Author Robert Greene

Certainty in one's beliefs, not lack of knowledge, drives harmful stupidity.

Miscellaneous

Why Some People Are Attracted to Cruelty

Cruelty is driven by a desire for power and control, with compassion being an effective antidote.

Law

The 48 Laws of Power Explained in 30 Minutes: "Never Outshine the Master," "Re-Create Yourself," and More

The 48 Laws of Power is an exploration of power dynamics rather than a straightforward self-help manual.

Online learning

The Nature of Human Stupidity Explained by The 48 Laws of Power Author Robert Greene

Certainty in one's beliefs, not lack of knowledge, drives harmful stupidity.

Journalist Kelsey McKinney breaks down the pull and power of gossip in new memoir

Gossip is fundamental to human interaction and social cohesion, deeply rooted in our evolution and communication.

Miscellaneous

How to Stop Proving You're Right (Even When You Are)

Engaging in trivial arguments often masks a deeper need to be heard and validated, and understanding this can help reduce conflicts.

Relationships

fromwww.npr.org

Journalist Kelsey McKinney breaks down the pull and power of gossip in new memoir

Gossip is fundamental to human interaction and social cohesion, deeply rooted in our evolution and communication.

Miscellaneous

How to Stop Proving You're Right (Even When You Are)

Engaging in trivial arguments often masks a deeper need to be heard and validated, and understanding this can help reduce conflicts.

more#communication

Writing

Jonathan LaPaglia: My muscles are T-shirt muscles they don't do anything'

Human behavior reflects a deep desire to belong, even in competitive situations like Survivor.

fromBon Appetit

Miscellaneous

SNL's Ana Gasteyer, Ego Nwodim, and Sarah Sherman Talk Food and Dining Disasters

Comedy often draws inspiration from human behavior and relatable experiences, including food and etiquette.

fromwww.npr.org

fromAlabama Political Reporter

Science

This Valentine's Day, thank voles for our understanding of love

Prairie voles research suggests love may not solely depend on oxytocin, challenging traditional views about the 'love hormone'.

Emerging studies indicate other factors may significantly influence love and relationships beyond just oxytocin.

#society

Miscellaneous

Opinion | Welcome to a brand new era in America

The current societal climate is marked by a troubling trend of enjoying the suffering of others, termed the 'Era of the A-hole.'

fromAlabama Political Reporter

Writing

For a front row view of all humans, book a seat on a long-distance train

People create personal spaces within shared environments, reflecting human adaptability and creative use of limited resources.

Miscellaneous

Opinion | Welcome to a brand new era in America

The current societal climate is marked by a troubling trend of enjoying the suffering of others, termed the 'Era of the A-hole.'

Writing

For a front row view of all humans, book a seat on a long-distance train

People create personal spaces within shared environments, reflecting human adaptability and creative use of limited resources.

Archetypes and Their Biological Roots

Archetypes are universal patterns that unite humanity beyond cultural boundaries.

Epigenetics illustrate the influence of generational trauma on archetypal behaviors.

Overvalued beliefs can exacerbate negative archetypal distortions, leading to pathology.

Hormonal imprinting sheds light on lifelong archetypal behaviors.

#cultural-practices

fromSmithsonian Magazine

History

To Divine the Future, the Ancients Relied on These Chance-Based Fortune-Telling Tools

Humans have historically sought answers to personal uncertainty, similarly to using horoscopes or Magic 8 Balls.

The Sortes Astrampsychi provided a structured fortune-telling system for individuals in ancient times.

Miscellaneous

All together now: chimps engage in contagious peeing

Urinating is typically a private activity, yet it can become social, as seen in Japan with the term 'tsureshon'.

fromSmithsonian Magazine

History

To Divine the Future, the Ancients Relied on These Chance-Based Fortune-Telling Tools

Humans have historically sought answers to personal uncertainty, similarly to using horoscopes or Magic 8 Balls.

The Sortes Astrampsychi provided a structured fortune-telling system for individuals in ancient times.

Miscellaneous

All together now: chimps engage in contagious peeing

Urinating is typically a private activity, yet it can become social, as seen in Japan with the term 'tsureshon'.

more#cultural-practices

fromSlate Magazine

Miscellaneous

One Very Concrete Thing Schools Could Do to Help Teenagers Facing Disasters

Community members often act as first responders during disasters but lack proper training and resources to be effective.

Recognizing and organizing community support can greatly enhance disaster readiness and response.

Miscellaneous

Revealed: What your EYES say about you, according to science

Eyes convey significant insights into attractiveness and personality perception, influenced by pupil size and iris brightness.

Godfather' of artificial intelligence has a surprising blindspot | Letters

Intelligent beings can be controlled by less intelligent entities, which challenges Hinton's perspective on intelligence dynamics.

Miscellaneous

Pornography: Pursuit of the Ideal?

Pornographic searches symbolize a quest for personal vibrancy and ideal experiences beyond superficial attraction.

Science

Wikipedia Search Habits Reveal Whether You're a Busybody,' Hunter' or Dancer'

Curiosity is more than just information acquisition; it involves connecting knowledge and exploring varied topics.

Three styles of curiosity were identified in Wikipedia users: busybody, hunter, and dancer.

fromtime.com

Miscellaneous

How to Use Spy Tactics in Your Daily Life

Espionage relies more on relationship building than on action-filled plots commonly portrayed in Hollywood films.

Miscellaneous

Machines Drive Efficiency While Exposing Human Weaknesses | HackerNoon

Human-machine social systems primarily utilize simple algorithms that do not emulate human behavior.

Writing

17 Hotel Employees Open Up About The Most Shockingly Entitled Guests They've Ever Encountered

Vacations often reveal people's true colors, leading to stressful and sometimes absurd situations for hotel staff.

fromBig Think

Miscellaneous

Go grudge-free: Use the "Weil method" to deal with insults

Workplace conflict often stems from stress and negativity, leading to destructive interactions among individuals.

philosophy

fromApaonline

The Ethics and Character of Creating Personhood

Concerns about AI ethics should focus on human treatment of machines, as well as issues like privacy and accountability, rather than just machine behavior.

UX design

fromMedium

What if you're wrong? How to design for uncertainty

Human behavior is unpredictable, making it difficult for even experts to accurately forecast market trends.

fromThe New Yorker

Miscellaneous

Instagram's Favorite New Yorker Cartoons in 2024

Humans enjoy revisiting past preferences, reflecting our varied tastes and joys, as illustrated through social media and music.

fromwww.mercurynews.com

Miscellaneous

Asking Eric: Not everyone who pees in the yard has a mental disorder

Urine can serve as a natural fertilizer, benefitting plant growth, challenging conventional beliefs about public urination.

Writing

Ignorance and Bliss: On Wanting Not to Know by Mark Lilla review the enduring power of stupidity

Lilla explores the paradox of knowledge and ignorance, emphasizing how people often avoid confronting evident truths in favor of comforting delusions.

fromThe Atlantic

Miscellaneous

Introducing 'Being Human'

The Atlantic has launched 'Being Human', a new health section focused on comprehensive coverage of health-related topics.

Writing

Is it really a sin if it's hardwired in? The neurological basis for 'bad' behaviour

Human behaviors often labeled as 'sins' may stem from genetic and neurological factors rather than moral choices.

Los Angeles

Massachusetts firefighters continue to battle blazes, as Northeast fire restrictions go into effect

The Northeast is facing a severe fire risk due to human activity and dry conditions, urging immediate fire safety measures.

fromArs Technica

Revisting the Stanford Prison Experiment 50 years later

The documentary shifts the focus from Zimbardo's narrative to the voices of the original Stanford Prison Experiment participants.

Writing

People Are Sharing The Pettiest Things They've Ever Done To Get Back At Someone

People shared amusing and often extreme petty revenge stories against their wrongdoers.

fromWIRED

AI Will Understand Humans Better Than Humans Do

AI models like GPT-4 exhibit 'theory of mind' abilities, indicating they may understand human thoughts and emotions more profoundly than previously thought.

fromstupidDOPE

Design

Bruno Pontiroli's Absurd Animal Kingdom Comes to Life at Corey Helford Gallery | stupidDOPE

Bruno Pontiroli's new exhibition showcases surreal creatures that humorously explore human behavior and inner conflicts through whimsical animal forms.

philosophy

fromAeon