Why some people have a hard time saying no?
Have you ever noticed how people who stick to their principles often get labeled as the bad guys when they say “no”? It seems weird, right? You’d think that standing by your values would be something to celebrate. But instead, these folks often face criticism and backlash. Let’s dig into why this happens and how…
Why Do People Dislike Successful People? Understanding Tall Poppy Syndrome
Ever notice how some folks react negatively when someone around them achieves something great? Instead of celebrating, there’s this weird urge to cut them down. This strange behavior has a name: Tall Poppy Syndrome (TPS). Let’s dive into why people dislike successful individuals and how we can all do better. What’s Tall Poppy Syndrome? Tall…
Feeling Stuck? How the Sunk Cost Fallacy and Beta Region Paradox Keep Us Trapped
Ever feel like you’re stuck in a rut, unable to move forward? You’re not alone. Life’s full of twists and turns, and sometimes we find ourselves in a place where progress seems impossible. Two psychological concepts, the sunk cost fallacy and the beta region paradox, can help us understand why we feel this way and,…
Chasing Illusions: Sometimes the Grass isn’t Always Greener
Ever find yourself thinking, “Once I get that promotion, I’ll be happy,” or envying someone else’s seemingly perfect life? If so, you’re familiar with two powerful mindsets: destination addiction and the grass is always greener syndrome. These ideas shape how we chase happiness and satisfaction, often leading us on a perpetual quest for the next…
Hanlon’s Razor: A Simple Trick for Handling Conflicts
We’ve all been there. Someone does something that annoys us, and our minds start racing with all kinds of negative assumptions. Did they do it on purpose? Are they trying to mess with us? It’s easy to jump to conclusions. But there’s a handy rule called Hanlon’s Razor that can help us handle these situations…
Have you become a back pocket Boyfriend (or Girlfriend)?
Imagine that you’ve been in a relationship with your significant other for nearly a year. She’s an amazing person that has never left your mind since the day you met her. But the spark doesn’t seem to be there anymore. She’s growing distant. Communicating with her is a lot more difficult than it used to…
How to Make Friends in Adulthood
Why aren’t you making friends now? Many people come to this site looking for advice for a few specific, but not very unique reasons. Some of those reasons are fairly predictable, like a teenager asking for advice on whether their feelings are love for their new crush. Or a kid just out of college looking…