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fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

The Psychology of Refugee Identity

Labels such as "refugee," "migrant," and "asylum seeker" are often temporary and do not reflect the full identity of individuals who have left their homes to begin a new life elsewhere.
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Bored mums in clothes shops of the world unite! Together we could be unstoppable | Zoe Williams

There’s a unique solidarity that forms among bored middle-aged mothers in clothing stores, reflected in their shared experiences of embarrassment and social expectations.
Women
fromPsychology Today
4 days ago

Want Culture Change? Use These 7 Principles

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.
Social justice
fromThe Atlantic
5 days ago

The Invisible City of Tehran

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.
Canada news
#friendship
Relationships
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

The White Lotus' Friendship Triangle Resonates With Viewers

The third season of 'The White Lotus' highlights the complexities and competition in female friendships, resonating with many viewers.
Parenting
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

You be the judge: My partner hates being around kids. Should he be more tolerant of them?

Peter's negative attitude towards children could jeopardize friendships as more of their friends become parents.
Parenting
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Why some friendships end after kids come into the picture

Maintaining friendships between parents and non-parents requires communication and effort to navigate differing life stages.
Relationships
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago

Saoirse Hanley: What rewatching Sex And The City is teaching me about how not to treat your friends

Navigating relationships can cause anxiety, especially in deciding between romantic partners and friendships.
Relationships
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

The White Lotus' Friendship Triangle Resonates With Viewers

The third season of 'The White Lotus' highlights the complexities and competition in female friendships, resonating with many viewers.
Parenting
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

You be the judge: My partner hates being around kids. Should he be more tolerant of them?

Peter's negative attitude towards children could jeopardize friendships as more of their friends become parents.
Parenting
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Why some friendships end after kids come into the picture

Maintaining friendships between parents and non-parents requires communication and effort to navigate differing life stages.
Relationships
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago

Saoirse Hanley: What rewatching Sex And The City is teaching me about how not to treat your friends

Navigating relationships can cause anxiety, especially in deciding between romantic partners and friendships.
fromIndependent
1 week ago

Malachi O'Doherty: Sexual opportunities are dying out for shorter men... but I tried to be celibate and couldn't manage it

"The height of it... sexual opportunities are dying out for the shorter man and Tinder's new filter will single them out."
Women
#relationships
#self-care
fromblog.apaonline.org
2 weeks ago

AI Agents and Solidarity at Work

"While job security and satisfaction may remain intact, the replacement of human colleagues with AI significantly undermines the essential human solidarity forged through collaborative work experiences."
philosophy
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

High School Reunion: Lives Over Time

The reunion felt like time travel, allowing us to reconnect with our younger selves and observe the enduring personality traits from adolescence.
Relationships
#psychology
#communication
#zodiac-signs
#chimpanzees
fromPsychology Today
4 weeks ago
Relationships

Social Currency: Insights from Chimpanzees

Building a culture of respect requires valuing contributions and avoiding gossip.
Grooming among chimpanzees mirrors human social strategies, fostering trust and alliances.
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago
OMG science

Aging former research chimps move to Chimp Haven

Al and Kamaka, two chimps, are integrating into a new social setting at Chimp Haven, including experiencing female companionship for the first time.
Relationships
fromPsychology Today
4 weeks ago

Social Currency: Insights from Chimpanzees

Building a culture of respect requires valuing contributions and avoiding gossip.
Grooming among chimpanzees mirrors human social strategies, fostering trust and alliances.
fromPsychology Today
4 weeks ago

What the Armenian Experience Teaches Us About Forced Displacement

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

Chrissie Russell: Think the risk of spotting your ex on the red carpet is bad? I was in full mum-mode at the pool when I saw mine

Recent events like the Met Gala and Oscars have sparked discussions on the tensions between ex-partners and the roles of event organizers in preventing awkward encounters.
Relationships
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Tanya Sweeney: Is to too extreme to ban phones from any place where humans are trying to connect and meet?

Guests were ordered to put their mobile phones in locked bags for the dinner. My friend noticed, 'All the young people seemed OK with it too.'
Digital life
Cocktails
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

A Hallowed After-Work Tradition Has Slowly Disappeared. We're Only Now Realizing What We've Lost.

There has been a cultural shift in socializing among law students, affecting traditional gatherings like happy hours.
#architecture
fromAeon
1 month ago
philosophy

A 3D rendering of the Colosseum captures its architectural genius and symbolic power | Aeon Videos

fromArchDaily
1 month ago
Renovation

Pavilion of Estonia Let Me Warm You Biennale Architettura 2025 / Keiti Lige + Elina Liiva + Helena Manna

fromAeon
1 month ago
philosophy

A 3D rendering of the Colosseum captures its architectural genius and symbolic power | Aeon Videos

fromArchDaily
1 month ago
Renovation

Pavilion of Estonia Let Me Warm You Biennale Architettura 2025 / Keiti Lige + Elina Liiva + Helena Manna

Parenting
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

My Daughter Did a Favor for a Popular Girl at School. Her Brother Told Me How It Ended.

Focus on building confidence and kindness rather than popularity during childhood.
#mental-health
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago
Parenting

Family Estrangement: What Do You Want Your Last Words to Be?

The stigma surrounding estrangement from family has diminished, especially among adult children.
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago
Mental health

COMIC: Still cringing about that awkward moment? Here's what to do about it

Embracing embarrassment as a common experience can help us cope and connect with others.
NYC politics
fromBustle
1 month ago

No One Gossips Like A Straight Guy

Gossip's landscape is shifting, with straight white men increasingly engaging in the judgmental dynamics historically associated with women and gay men.
#research-study
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Sirens: Julianne Moore and Meghann Fahy have acres of fun in this wild White Lotus-esque bingefest

The series 'Sirens' explores themes of manipulation and social dynamics within a wealthy setting, similar to 'The White Lotus'.
#reality-tv
fromtime.com
1 month ago

The Best Way to Interrupt Someone

It's not that you're arguing with their opinion; you're arguing an actual issue of legitimate fact. With the right words, you can do it in a way that won't irritate whoever is on the receiving end.
Parenting
Growth hacking
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Six science-backed strategies for winning over your toughest critics

Surrounding oneself exclusively with those who provide affirmation limits growth and contributes to social division.
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago

Older People Are Revealing The Surprising "Cheat Codes" Young People Don't Know

Asking for a discount based on being a 'nice guy' can work about 30% of the time in situations with flexible pricing.
NYC startup
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Miss Manners: Why do they doubt I'm an engineer?

You are like a magician who, despite knowing all the tricks, still hopes for applause. Just gently remind her of your face-blindness again.
Privacy professionals
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Miss Manners: Am I petty to think my neighbors' parties are unfair to single people?

Etiquette is not in the business of making everything exactly fair. Unless things are overtly unfair, it is more polite not to notice.
Dining
Parenting
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

My partner and I were juniors in college when we adopted our first child. We weren't ready to parent, but we had to adjust quickly.

Young marriage and unexpected parenthood profoundly altered social dynamics and personal growth.
#nihilism
Right-wing politics
fromIntelligencer
2 months ago

MAGA's Class Warfare Against Knowledge Workers Is Personal

Trump's second term reflects a vengeful drive against the professional managerial class, seen as a broader attack than just political enemies.
Right-wing politics
fromIntelligencer
2 months ago

MAGA's Class Warfare Against Knowledge Workers Is Personal

Trump's second term reflects a vengeful drive against the professional managerial class, seen as a broader attack than just political enemies.
Mindfulness
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Kindness Can Also Be an Absence of Action

Kindness among students can manifest through actions or self-restraint.
Research tends to focus on observable acts of kindness over self-restraint nuances.
Coffee
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago

People Are Calling Out Things You're Probably "Brainwashed" Into Thinking You Need

Questioning someone's choice not to drink can lead to uncomfortable situations and invites scrutiny into personal experiences.
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago

How I'm Navigating the Awkwardness of Telling Friends I'm Retiring Soon - Here's My Dilemma

Navigating different financial positions can impact relationships, particularly when one plans to retire early.
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago

People Are "Rawdogging" Flights Now, And We Need To Know How You Feel About This Trend

I know the middle seat is the worst, you've got no comfort, so I just gave him the armrest and sort of sat there with my arms folded into myself.
Mindfulness
fromApaonline
2 months ago

2019 Central Division Presidential Address: Epistemic Territory

In her address, Nagel explores the concept of epistemic territory, emphasizing the importance of understanding how knowledge claims shape our interactions and social dynamics.
philosophy
Environment
fromtime.com
2 months ago

How To Encourage More People to Talk About Climate Change

Public discussions on climate change are essential to overcoming the 'climate silence'.
Increased conversation leads to greater awareness and concern about climate change.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

11 things you should know about using the gym, from Is everyone watching me?' to How do I use a squat rack?'

"People watch and judge others everywhere, and the gym is no exception. It’s nice to say nobody cares, but it isn’t true."
Exercise
Media industry
fromFast Company
2 months ago

'The Rehearsal' Season 2 will make you think differently about plane crashes-and standing up to your boss

Fielder's comedy explores uncomfortable social scenarios, utilizing deadpan humor in semi-scripted settings.
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago

This Fired Federal Worker Says They're "Considering Cutting Off Every Orange Man Supporter"

Got axed. Not going to say which agency.
US politics
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Convicts couldn't resist me as a hot prison guard - now I make close to $400K on OnlyFans

Alicia Davis highlights the challenges of being a beautiful prison guard, sharing experiences of unwanted attention from inmates and social judgments from their partners.
Women
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

The Wedding Banquet review muddled gay comedy remake plays it too straight

The Wedding Banquet remake effectively adapts the original's themes to modern contexts and social dynamics.
Mental health
fromTiny Buddha
2 months ago

The Mean Instinct: Why We Exclude Others and How to Stop - Tiny Buddha

Meanness in social dynamics may be a learned behavior rather than an inherent trait.
Girls often face cycles of exclusion that mirror animal social structures.
philosophy
fromA Philosopher's Blog
2 months ago

Opportunity Hoarding III: Positive, Neutral & Negative Competition

Competition can produce various outcomes that impact individuals and society as a whole.
Positive competition benefits all participants, while negative competition can harm some.
Relationships
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

Negotiating for What We Want: A Lesson From Anthropology

The rise of negative reciprocity threatens social relationships and cooperation.
Understanding our true purpose in business transcends mere economic transactions.
Cars
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

It's not easy for Tesla owners right now - and 3 in Florida told us how they're dealing with vandalism and shame

Tesla owners face backlash amid political tensions; their vehicles are targets of vandalism and negative sentiment.
Parenting
fromSlate Magazine
3 months ago

My Daughter's Dying to Be Popular

Help children navigate the complexities of social acceptance and popularity.
Encourage parents to foster their children's individual interests instead of pushing them towards fitting in.
Board games
fromDefector
3 months ago

'Pandemic Legacy' Has Destroyed My Life | Defector

Pandemic Legacy: Season 1 immerses players in a cooperative narrative, evolving gameplay with lasting consequences and unique experiences in every session.
Relationships
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

Dating Apps and the Perils of the Sexual Marketplace

Dating apps prioritize appearance over genuine connection, leading to self-objectification and impacting sexual consent practices.
fromMedievalists.net
3 months ago

New Medieval Books: Swahili Worlds in Globalism - Medievalists.net

Kusimba's exploration reveals intricate social dynamics and market systems that shaped the coastal Swahili societies from the sixth to the fifteenth centuries in medieval East Africa.
History
Remote teams
fromInfoQ
3 months ago

The (Not So) Hidden Social Drivers Behind the Highest Performing Engineering Teams

Social interactions significantly impact the performance of engineering teams.
Understanding social dynamics is crucial for achieving high performance in teamwork.
NYC politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

It Was Clear That No One Really Wanted to Be on the Train'

Public transport in NYC can be crowded and uncomfortable, highlighting both social dynamics and personal struggles.
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