#social-dynamics

#social-dynamics

Eight years ago, I was in £35,000 of debt, or around $44,800 USD. I had toddler-aged twins and had just gotten remarried. We were struggling to afford rent and had to meticulously budget for food. I'd decided not to return to my job as a personal assistant, as the pay was less than the cost of childcare. I looked into starting my own business and decided to set up a wedding planning company on a whim.

Apparently, the former prime minister began by painstakingly checking what every other occupant of the table was planning to have, canvassed the waiter's opinion, then spent 10 minutes fussing about whether the dover sole was too big, before asking the waiter (answer: no), then trying, unsuccessfully, to get his mate to enter into a coalition and share the sole with him, before capitulating and plumping for the penne arrabbiata.

You state that you suspect that some of your family members are aware of your sexual orientation. You have the right to invite anyone you wish to your social gatherings, but having done so, you shouldn't attempt to censor who they are.

Eleanor emphasizes that carefully concealing intelligence for the sake of politeness can actually be patronizing, while revealing it authentically does not assert hierarchy.

"We have crossed a line. We are in a place we did not want to be, but we are there. The thing we were all warning about for the last few years is not coming, it is here."

Edel Bhreathnach's Monasticism in Ireland, AD 900-1250 explores the functioning of monasteries during a period of major change, questioning the true nature of the monastic church.

Women are increasingly seeing heterosexuality as a misfortune due to men's commitment-phobia and social flakiness, contributing to a phenomenon called heteropessimism.

Gen Z has adopted a blank, expressionless stare that can signal boredom, indifference, or superiority, often eliciting unease from older generations in social contexts.

A clever alternative to consider when responding to unwanted offers of help might be: 'Thank you so much, but it's just a thing we do,' accompanied by a self-deprecating laugh that indicates to onlookers that you find your activity amusing. This approach often encourages people to respect your boundaries more easily.

Golf polos with logos serve as subtle status symbols among men, initiating conversations while reflecting a hierarchy that dictates proper wearing. Missteps can lead to snark and label like "Bag Tag Barry."

Amber flags are low-level problematic behaviours that have the potential to fall outside of safe and healthy behaviour but are not yet serious enough to be labeled as "red flags."

Existing culture change approaches tend to isolate aspects of culture, limiting their effectiveness. A new science-based framework can help changemakers address culture as a whole.

Tehran, the heart of the Islamic Republic, is revealed to be a city of modernity and concealed resistance, once hidden beneath layers of theocratic governance.

"It's healthy to tell kids they don't have to be friends with everyone... When children assume everyone is their friend, they may trust the wrong people, get hurt more often, and struggle to maintain healthy relationships."

"The height of it... sexual opportunities are dying out for the shorter man and Tinder's new filter will single them out."

Being part of a bachelorette party is akin to participating in the Olympics, requiring preparation, coordination, and stamina for a fun yet exhausting experience.

The reunion felt like time travel, allowing us to reconnect with our younger selves and observe the enduring personality traits from adolescence.

The simplest way to achieve your goal may be a version of the truth that's not the whole truth. By casually mentioning a budget, your friends may accept your generosity without hesitation.

Type B people are laidback, fun-loving, and delightfully chaotic, constantly bringing color and joy to social situations, contrasting the organized nature of Type A individuals.

Being the default friend is exhausting because you're constantly giving emotional energy without receiving it back in the same way, leading to resentment and burnout.

In the face of ethical dilemmas like unpaid labor for friends or quirky social rules, we explore the limits of devotion and what 'normal' really means.

Forced migration is increasingly recognized as a significant issue, with emotional and psychological realities being most intense at the local and personal levels.

Being popular shouldn't be anyone's top priority at 12; instead, focus on kindness and confidence, as true popularity comes from being friendly and authentic.

Asking for a discount based on being a 'nice guy' can work about 30% of the time in situations with flexible pricing.

The study highlights that while strong social relationships can benefit female gorillas' health, they may increase illness risk in males due to energy expenditure.

One of the greatest surprises of parenthood at a young age was losing one peer group and developing a new one.