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Media industry
fromMail Online
2 months ago

I'm a mind control expert - woke elites are controlling our thoughts

Mind control through media influences behavior and beliefs, leveraging the power of the subconscious to promote specific patterns and ideologies.
Psychology
fromMail Online
2 months ago

Scientists reveal the key sign that your partner is a NARCISSIST

Narcissists often feel more ostracized than others.
A significant clue to identify narcissism is frequent complaints of exclusion.
Higher narcissism leads to heightened sensitivity to perceived ostracism.
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago
Mental health

Is Guilt Inevitable?

Guilt evolved to maintain social connections and ensure group survival.
Without guilt, self-awareness and moral growth might struggle.
Healthy guilt can guide personal development rather than just cause pain.
Media industry
fromMail Online
2 months ago

I'm a mind control expert - woke elites are controlling our thoughts

Mind control through media influences behavior and beliefs, leveraging the power of the subconscious to promote specific patterns and ideologies.
Psychology
fromMail Online
2 months ago

Scientists reveal the key sign that your partner is a NARCISSIST

Narcissists often feel more ostracized than others.
A significant clue to identify narcissism is frequent complaints of exclusion.
Higher narcissism leads to heightened sensitivity to perceived ostracism.
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago
Mental health

Is Guilt Inevitable?

Guilt evolved to maintain social connections and ensure group survival.
Without guilt, self-awareness and moral growth might struggle.
Healthy guilt can guide personal development rather than just cause pain.
more#psychology
Black Lives Matter
fromAtlanta Black Star
2 days ago

'That's an Absurd Statement': White Woman Calls Police After She's Confronted for Using N-word, Saying She's 'Protected' Now That Trump Is In Power

Racist incidents have surged in the US, attributed to President Trump's influence, particularly affecting attitudes towards Black Americans.
#etiquette
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 days ago
NYC parents

Miss Manners: I'm embarrassed to be seen with the lollipop snatcher

Address embarrassing situations with humor and tact, as suggested by Miss Manners.
Emphasis on the importance of proper familial titles like 'mother' over casual alternatives.
Celebrating achievements should focus on sharing joy, not soliciting gifts.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago
Privacy technologies

Miss Manners: Don't they realize it's rude to make a car chirp?

Using car key fobs recklessly reflects a lack of consideration for others' comfort.
Concerns about potluck food safety highlight people's differing levels of hygiene awareness.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
5 months ago
East Bay (California)

Miss Manners: My husband said there's no rule against pointing. Was I wrong all my life?

Pointing is generally considered rude, but exceptions exist in urgent situations.
To manage noisy work group chats, create a separate channel for personal matters.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Miss Manners: What should I have said to the snobby bigwig?

Politeness and respect are essential in social interactions, regardless of educational background.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Miss Manners: We walked out before the last song, and maybe my friends are hurt

You left the concert just before the final song, which is understandable given the late hour.
It's important to communicate with friends, but your friends likely understand your decision to leave.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 days ago
NYC parents

Miss Manners: I'm embarrassed to be seen with the lollipop snatcher

Address embarrassing situations with humor and tact, as suggested by Miss Manners.
Emphasis on the importance of proper familial titles like 'mother' over casual alternatives.
Celebrating achievements should focus on sharing joy, not soliciting gifts.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago
Privacy technologies

Miss Manners: Don't they realize it's rude to make a car chirp?

Using car key fobs recklessly reflects a lack of consideration for others' comfort.
Concerns about potluck food safety highlight people's differing levels of hygiene awareness.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
5 months ago
East Bay (California)

Miss Manners: My husband said there's no rule against pointing. Was I wrong all my life?

Pointing is generally considered rude, but exceptions exist in urgent situations.
To manage noisy work group chats, create a separate channel for personal matters.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Miss Manners: What should I have said to the snobby bigwig?

Politeness and respect are essential in social interactions, regardless of educational background.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Miss Manners: We walked out before the last song, and maybe my friends are hurt

You left the concert just before the final song, which is understandable given the late hour.
It's important to communicate with friends, but your friends likely understand your decision to leave.
more#etiquette
fromTasting Table
1 week ago
Dining

The Bill Etiquette Rule To Follow When Ordering At A Restaurant - Tasting Table

Dining etiquette is crucial for enjoying meals out, especially regarding who pays and how to order.
#neuroscience
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago
OMG science

Flirting and the Brain

Flirtation triggers brain pathways akin to those for monetary rewards, fueling the attraction spark.
fromFuturism
1 week ago
Right-wing politics

Scientists Scanned the Brains of Authoritarians and Found Something Weird

Authoritarian beliefs may indicate notable brain differences in social reasoning and emotional regulation.
Right-wing politics
fromFuturism
1 week ago

Scientists Scanned the Brains of Authoritarians and Found Something Weird

Authoritarian beliefs may indicate notable brain differences in social reasoning and emotional regulation.
more#neuroscience
fromThe American Conservative
1 week ago
Right-wing politics

When Garden Centers Ruled the Earth

During the Covid-19 pandemic, garden centers were considered essential while many other social and recreational activities were restricted.
#chimpanzees
Parenting
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
2 months ago

Surprising Chimpanzee Signal Reveals Secrets of Ape Communication

Young chimpanzee Lindsay developed a unique communication gesture with her mother, highlighting the sophistication of chimpanzee social interaction.
Beer
fromInsideHook
2 weeks ago

Evidence Suggests Chimpanzees May Be Social Drinkers

Chimpanzees may drink fermented fruits for social bonding, paralleling human alcohol consumption behaviors.
fromNew York Post
1 week ago
Wine

Wild chimps caught on camera for the first time sharing boozy fruit

Chimpanzees in West Africa exhibit social drinking behaviors with fermented fruit, suggesting potential evolutionary links to human alcohol consumption.
fromThe Washington Post
2 weeks ago
Food & drink

Wild chimps indulge in booze-fueled feasts, rare video shows

Wild chimps have been recorded consuming alcohol together, suggesting a social bonding behavior similar to humans.
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Do Chimps Who Pee Together Stay Together?

Chimpanzees exhibit a behavior called contagious urination, suggesting potential social functions and implications in their social structures.
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago
Science

A new study finds peeing is contagious among chimpanzees

Urination behavior among captive chimpanzees is found to be contagious, revealing intriguing social behaviors in primates.
Parenting
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
2 months ago

Surprising Chimpanzee Signal Reveals Secrets of Ape Communication

Young chimpanzee Lindsay developed a unique communication gesture with her mother, highlighting the sophistication of chimpanzee social interaction.
Beer
fromInsideHook
2 weeks ago

Evidence Suggests Chimpanzees May Be Social Drinkers

Chimpanzees may drink fermented fruits for social bonding, paralleling human alcohol consumption behaviors.
fromNew York Post
1 week ago
Wine

Wild chimps caught on camera for the first time sharing boozy fruit

Chimpanzees in West Africa exhibit social drinking behaviors with fermented fruit, suggesting potential evolutionary links to human alcohol consumption.
fromThe Washington Post
2 weeks ago
Food & drink

Wild chimps indulge in booze-fueled feasts, rare video shows

Wild chimps have been recorded consuming alcohol together, suggesting a social bonding behavior similar to humans.
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Do Chimps Who Pee Together Stay Together?

Chimpanzees exhibit a behavior called contagious urination, suggesting potential social functions and implications in their social structures.
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago
Science

A new study finds peeing is contagious among chimpanzees

Urination behavior among captive chimpanzees is found to be contagious, revealing intriguing social behaviors in primates.
more#chimpanzees
fromBuzzFeed
1 week ago
Alternative transportation

People Are Sharing The "Normal" Customs In Their Countries That Really Surprise Outsiders

Going barefoot in New Zealand is common and often surprises tourists, particularly Americans.
#air-travel
fromBusiness Insider
1 week ago
Mental health

Alcohol, anxiety, and abuse: Flight attendants say travelers are more freaked out than ever

Unruly passenger incidents on flights have drastically increased since 2021, causing heightened anxiety for passengers and crew alike.
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago
NYC parents

A Traveler Got Called a 'Bad Person' After Refusing to Swap Seats With a Parent-Were They Wrong?

Asking others to swap seats on a flight can lead to misunderstandings over personal choices and social expectations.
fromBusiness Insider
1 week ago
Mental health

Alcohol, anxiety, and abuse: Flight attendants say travelers are more freaked out than ever

Unruly passenger incidents on flights have drastically increased since 2021, causing heightened anxiety for passengers and crew alike.
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago
NYC parents

A Traveler Got Called a 'Bad Person' After Refusing to Swap Seats With a Parent-Were They Wrong?

Asking others to swap seats on a flight can lead to misunderstandings over personal choices and social expectations.
more#air-travel
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago
Music

My petty gripe: we need nature, not Nickelback please put on your headphones | Stephanie Convery

People often inflict their music choices on others in public spaces, which is both disrespectful and irritating.
Mental health
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

First impressions in job interviews hurt candidates with autism. Here's how employers can fix that

First impressions significantly influence judgments about competence and likability, impacting opportunities for individuals with autism spectrum disorder.
#alcohol-consumption
fromtime.com
3 months ago
Health

The Perks of Sober Dating

Dry January offers a chance to reassess drinking habits and their impact on social interactions, especially in dating.
fromDefector
3 weeks ago
UK news

Please Enjoy These Photos Of Drunk People At An English Horse Race | Defector

The Grand National serves more as a social event for heavy drinking than a serious equestrian competition.
fromtime.com
3 months ago
Health

The Perks of Sober Dating

Dry January offers a chance to reassess drinking habits and their impact on social interactions, especially in dating.
fromDefector
3 weeks ago
UK news

Please Enjoy These Photos Of Drunk People At An English Horse Race | Defector

The Grand National serves more as a social event for heavy drinking than a serious equestrian competition.
more#alcohol-consumption
Mental health
fromHarvard Gazette
4 weeks ago

Is dining with others a sign of happiness? - Harvard Gazette

Sharing meals with others significantly boosts life satisfaction and positive emotions, comparable to income in its correlation with happiness.
#shame
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago
Mental health

Shame that Pains Us Can Also Change Us

Shame can motivate personal growth while also indicating emotional disconnection in relationships.
fromPsychology Today
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Guilt, Shame, and Cooperation

Guilt fosters reconciliation, while shame shapes societal understanding and behavioral boundaries.
Both emotions are critical for group cooperation but can also be misused, leading to personal suffering.
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago
Mental health

Shame that Pains Us Can Also Change Us

Shame can motivate personal growth while also indicating emotional disconnection in relationships.
fromPsychology Today
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Guilt, Shame, and Cooperation

Guilt fosters reconciliation, while shame shapes societal understanding and behavioral boundaries.
Both emotions are critical for group cooperation but can also be misused, leading to personal suffering.
more#shame
#parenting
Parenting
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

I was shocked when the school called to say my child acted like a bully. At first, I was embarrassed, but we both learned something.

Modeling empathy at home is crucial to shaping children's behavior in social settings.
fromTODAY.com
1 month ago
Parenting

What is the 'Cookie Challenge'? (And why you shouldn't worry if your kid fails it)

The 'Cookie Challenge' reveals how toddlers share, showcasing both empathy and self-centeredness in their reactions.
Parents document children's sharing skills through TikTok to explore emotional responses.
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago
Parenting

The Difference Between Mean Comments and Real Bullying

Bullying requires aggression, repetition, and intent; misunderstanding this can impair children's coping skills.
Parenting
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

I was shocked when the school called to say my child acted like a bully. At first, I was embarrassed, but we both learned something.

Modeling empathy at home is crucial to shaping children's behavior in social settings.
fromTODAY.com
1 month ago
Parenting

What is the 'Cookie Challenge'? (And why you shouldn't worry if your kid fails it)

The 'Cookie Challenge' reveals how toddlers share, showcasing both empathy and self-centeredness in their reactions.
Parents document children's sharing skills through TikTok to explore emotional responses.
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago
Parenting

The Difference Between Mean Comments and Real Bullying

Bullying requires aggression, repetition, and intent; misunderstanding this can impair children's coping skills.
more#parenting
#communication
fromThe Atlantic
3 months ago
Digital life

How Do I Overcome My Phone Phobia?

The reliance on texting may lead to deeper feelings of isolation and a reluctance to engage in meaningful phone conversations.
fromMail Online
1 month ago
UK politics

The most common 'polite-isms' Britons use to avoid confrontation

Britons exhibit a strong aversion to confrontation, often relying on 'polite-isms' to navigate communication.
fromThe Atlantic
3 months ago
Digital life

How Do I Overcome My Phone Phobia?

The reliance on texting may lead to deeper feelings of isolation and a reluctance to engage in meaningful phone conversations.
fromMail Online
1 month ago
UK politics

The most common 'polite-isms' Britons use to avoid confrontation

Britons exhibit a strong aversion to confrontation, often relying on 'polite-isms' to navigate communication.
more#communication
fromTasting Table
1 month ago
Wine

12 Common Rude Behaviors To Avoid At A Wine Bar - Tasting Table

Proper etiquette enhances the wine bar experience for both guests and staff.
Avoiding pretentious behavior improves interactions with wine bar staff.
#human-interaction
fromdesignboom | architecture & design magazine
4 months ago
Design

halfway serious wooden chair transforms sitting into a performative act of balance

Halfway Serious encourages collaboration and communication between two users through a unique design that focuses on balance and the protection of fragile elements.
fromPortland Mercury
1 month ago
Alternative transportation

Trivial Wonder

People often choose seats unconsciously based on social cues, even in sparsely filled public spaces.
fromdesignboom | architecture & design magazine
4 months ago
Design

halfway serious wooden chair transforms sitting into a performative act of balance

Halfway Serious encourages collaboration and communication between two users through a unique design that focuses on balance and the protection of fragile elements.
fromPortland Mercury
1 month ago
Alternative transportation

Trivial Wonder

People often choose seats unconsciously based on social cues, even in sparsely filled public spaces.
more#human-interaction
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago
Social justice

"It's Cowardly And Inconsiderate": 23 Things That Are Considered "Normal" Nowadays That Older Adults Are Tired Of Seeing

Being superficially nice in social settings isn't always necessary; it's okay to simply be pleasant instead of expressing every viewpoint.
fromHarvard Gazette
1 month ago
OMG science

How rat watching can yield benefits for people - Harvard Gazette

A new AI method helps analyze rat social behavior, enhancing understanding of brain-behavior links relevant to disorders like autism.
#mental-health
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago
Mental health

Can a Single, Subtle Security Prime Make a Difference?

Relationships are crucial for mental and physical health.
Subtle exposure to security cues can enhance mood and well-being.
Attachment security priming fosters trust and comfort beyond laboratory settings.
fromBustle
1 month ago
Mental health

TikTok Is Finally, Thankfully, Pushing Back Against This Friendship Trend

Frequent plan cancellations can foster loneliness, and people are encouraged to attend social events despite fatigue to strengthen community bonds.
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago
Mental health

Can a Single, Subtle Security Prime Make a Difference?

Relationships are crucial for mental and physical health.
Subtle exposure to security cues can enhance mood and well-being.
Attachment security priming fosters trust and comfort beyond laboratory settings.
fromBustle
1 month ago
Mental health

TikTok Is Finally, Thankfully, Pushing Back Against This Friendship Trend

Frequent plan cancellations can foster loneliness, and people are encouraged to attend social events despite fatigue to strengthen community bonds.
more#mental-health
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago
Women in technology

Is Gossip Good for Us?

Gossip, often seen negatively, is an inherent human trait that entertains and sustains social bonds, as highlighted in historical and literary contexts.
#urban-living
Mindfulness
fromYoga Journal
1 month ago

My Commute Is a Nightmare. I'm Using It to Practice Mindfulness.

The author's initial love for London transformed into frustration through challenges faced in everyday commuting and social behaviors.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago
Writing

Poodunnit: dear fellow dog owners, why do so many of you bother to bag pet mess then not bin it? | Paul Daley

Dog ownership brings joy but also requires responsible care, including cleaning up after pets.
Mindfulness
fromYoga Journal
1 month ago

My Commute Is a Nightmare. I'm Using It to Practice Mindfulness.

The author's initial love for London transformed into frustration through challenges faced in everyday commuting and social behaviors.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago
Writing

Poodunnit: dear fellow dog owners, why do so many of you bother to bag pet mess then not bin it? | Paul Daley

Dog ownership brings joy but also requires responsible care, including cleaning up after pets.
more#urban-living
Artificial intelligence
fromMedium
2 months ago

AI Researchers Create the Largest Database for Studying Career Identity

The largest dataset for studying career identity was developed using over 51 million Twitter biographies, revealing insights into professional roles and their evolution.
UK news
fromMail Online
2 months ago

Forget lazy Sundays! Tuesday is the new 'big night in' for Britons

Tuesday has surpassed Sunday as the most popular night in for Britons, driven by sports and gaming.
Cocktails
fromInsideHook
2 months ago

This Is the Proper Way to Cheers

Hannah Chamberlain's book educates readers on cocktail recipes and essential drinking etiquette for better social experiences.
#isolation
Arts
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

The trouble with 'donating our dopamine' to our phones, not our friends

Technology and societal shifts contribute to a trend of willful isolation in contemporary society.
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago
Writing

The Fantasy of a More Neighborly Past

Widespread isolation in America predates the smartphone era, rooted in social changes of the 1970s.
Arts
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

The trouble with 'donating our dopamine' to our phones, not our friends

Technology and societal shifts contribute to a trend of willful isolation in contemporary society.
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago
Writing

The Fantasy of a More Neighborly Past

Widespread isolation in America predates the smartphone era, rooted in social changes of the 1970s.
more#isolation
fromSFGATE
3 months ago
Travel

Massive pod of 1,500 dolphins spotted off California's Central Coast

A large gathering of over 1,500 dolphins was sighted off California's Central Coast, indicating a significant social event among the aquatic mammals.
fromIndependent
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Ellen Coyne: The anti-woke brigade say they're 'telling it like it is' - but they're really just trying to make bad ideas sound like brave ones

Preschoolers inherently possess a strong sense of justice, showcasing natural human qualities of speaking out against injustice.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago
Women

The first round: why men who are looking for love are keen to get the beers in

Men compete for attention in social settings, like pubs, influenced by evolutionary biology and the adult sex ratio.
Social dynamics powerfully affect drinking behavior in pubs.
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
4 months ago
Science

Great Apes Joke Around, Suggesting Humor Is Older Than Humans

Teasing behavior in humans and great apes reveals deep commonalities in social learning and relationship dynamics.
Miscellaneous
fromMail Online
5 months ago

Revealed: What your Spotify Wrapped results say about your PERSONALITY

Listening habits on Spotify Wrapped can reveal surprising personality traits related to music preferences.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago

By 8pm it is time to head home': whatever happened to the big night out?

Daytime raves are transforming nightlife, appealing to those seeking a more manageable partying experience without the drawbacks of all-night events.
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