PsychologyAug 21, 2026
Having a Hard Time Changing a Behavior? Here’s Why.
Change is good, it helps us evolve and be better versions of ourselves. The change model helps us to overcome our own barriers.
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PsychologyAug 20, 2026
Psychology says people who constantly compare themselves to friends may not actually be jealous
You can genuinely be happy for a friend's promotion, relationship or achievement and still wonder why your own life looks different. Psychology suggests frequent comparison may involve social ...
PsychologyAug 20, 2026
Why Emotional Regulation Is Harm Prevention
We often treat emotional regulation as a soft skill. But what if learning to tolerate difficult feelings is the key to preventing aggression, addiction, suicide, and even violence?
PsychologyAug 20, 2026
Psychology says people who always praise boss aren't necessarily happy at work: What this behavior reveals?
Psychology says people who always praise boss aren't always genuine admirers. Constant praise at work can be linked to impression management, job security, career goals, anxiety and external ...
PsychologyAug 20, 2026
Psychology says people who never throw food aren't just saving money: What this behavior reveals
Psychology says people who never throw food aren't simply being difficult or overly frugal. Their behavior may be linked to fear of scarcity, emotional comfort, childhood experiences, attachment to ...
PsychologyAug 20, 2026
Psychology says people who bookmark dozens of articles but rarely read them may be collecting possibilities rather than information
The person with hundreds of unread bookmarks may not be collecting knowledge. They may be collecting potential knowledge. Each article represents something they could discover. Each saved link ...
PsychologyAug 20, 2026
Women psychology: 9 unique ways women think, feel, and see the world differently
While everyone is different, some women may rely strongly on emotional awareness, observation, and past experiences when deciding how much to trust someone.
PsychologyAug 20, 2026
Psychology says people who keep unused gift cards for years may value having future options
An unused gift card can reveal a fascinating psychological paradox. It was created to be spent, yet for some people, part of its appeal may come fromholding onto it rather than using it.
PsychologyAug 20, 2026
Psychology says people who pack too many clothes may be preparing for situations that may never happen
If you are someone who loves to pack everything that comes to your mind, it may suggest a lot about how your mind works and why. Here’s what psychology suggests for people who overpack.
PsychologyAug 20, 2026
Psychology explains why people save all year for one luxury experience instead of spending little by little
Psychology explains why people save for months to enjoy one luxury experience. The behaviour can reflect delayed gratification, anticipation, emotional rewards, status and the desire to escape routine ...
PsychologyAug 19, 2026
Psychology explains why power dressing makes you feel more confident
Psychology of Power Dressing: The attire we select plays a crucial role in shaping our mindset and emotional well-being. Opting for tailored formal wear can elevate self-esteem and facilitate better ...
PsychologyAug 19, 2026
Leaders Can Change Their Blindspots: It Starts With Behavior
When researchers ask people if they’ve changed in the past 10 years, they say they’ve changed a lot. However, their family and friends report they see little or no change.
PsychologyAug 19, 2026
What Luigi Mangione’s celebrity says about Gen Z
A psychologist explains why the dark humor around Mangione’s case isn’t evidence of nihilism but of what happens when demands for moral seriousness stop feeling credible.
PsychologyAug 19, 2026
Psychology says people who don't trust online doctor consultations aren't necessarily resistant to technology: What this behavior reveals?
Psychology says people who don't trust online doctor consultations aren't necessarily refusing technology. Their hesitation can come from the need for physical presence, direct examination, visible ...
PsychologyAug 19, 2026
Psychology says people who learn from others' mistakes aren't afraid of failure: What does this behavior shows?
Psychology says people who learn from others' mistakes aren't afraid to learn from failure. This behavior can show how people observe outcomes, understand risks and change their decisions without ...
PsychologyAug 19, 2026
Psychology says people who still write in paper calendars instead of their phone are not old-fashioned; they are doing something for their memory
People using paper calendars are not old-fashioned. Discover how handwriting and big-picture planning boost your memory.
PsychologyAug 19, 2026
Psychology says people who still believe in superstitions aren't irrational: What this behavior reveals?
Psychology says people who still believe in superstitions aren't necessarily irrational. Superstitions can help people manage uncertainty, reduce anxiety and feel a sense of control. Psychology links ...
PsychologyAug 19, 2026
Loss, Grief, and Eventually Joy Once Again
Posted August 18, 2026 | Reviewed by Monica Vilhauer Ph.D. Over the course of my ten years of Psychology Today submissions, I have explored various topics within my own life’s journey. One of the most profound for me and…
PsychologyAug 18, 2026
Transitional Objects and Memory
Posted August 18, 2026 | Reviewed by Monica Vilhauer Ph.D. Interestingly, it often turns out that issues in everyday life provide remarkable insights into psychology, psychoanalysis, and the internal working of the mind…
PsychologyAug 18, 2026
How to Address Climate Change Denial
Posted August 18, 2026 | Reviewed by Margaret Foley As heat waves this summer shatter world records and dry up rivers and lakes, and wildfires pour smoke over thousands of miles, climate change is ever more apparent. Yet…
PsychologyAug 18, 2026
Nietzsche Was Wrong About One Thing
Updated August 18, 2026 | Reviewed by Lybi Ma “What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger.” That was Friedrich Nietzsche’s idea, way back in his 1888 book Twilight of the Idols. As someone who studies trauma and…
PsychologyAug 18, 2026
Limerence and the Perils of Hopeless Longing
Posted August 18, 2026 | Reviewed by Margaret Foley Someone I know well recently attended a Buddhist retreat at which they described their heartbreak at learning a person they were in love with—a person with whom they…
PsychologyAug 18, 2026
Coping After Brain Injury
Posted August 18, 2026 | Reviewed by Abigail Fagan In 2001, during my outpatient neurorehab at the Toronto Rehabilitation Institute (TRI), I enrolled in a 10-week stress management course as part of TRI’s clinical…
PsychologyAug 18, 2026
Gen Z Burnout Is a Workplace Story Not a Character Flaw
Posted August 18, 2026 | Reviewed by Margaret Foley Co-authored by Kennedy Hack-Juman & Amy Vigliotti, Ph.D. As the newest members of the workforce, Generation Z has become the generation most often associated with…
PsychologyAug 18, 2026
The Perils of Perfectionism
Posted August 18, 2026 | Reviewed by Margaret Foley We can understand perfectionism as an attachment and a striving to be perfect. Perfectionism goes beyond endeavoring to improve. It’s driven by a compulsive need to…
PsychologyAug 18, 2026
Living With Parents as a Young Adult: The Unexpected Bonus
Posted August 18, 2026 | Reviewed by Margaret Foley The pandemic brought young adults home to parents—millions of them. Some stayed, while many forged out on their own when it was safe to do so. Once again, the number of…
PsychologyAug 18, 2026
Psychology says feeling sad after achieving a big goal is more common than you think
You finally get the promotion, clear the exam or reach a goal you've worked towards for years, yet the happiness doesn't last. Psychology suggests this emotional dip isn't necessarily ingratitude.
PsychologyAug 18, 2026
Who Gets to Be an Expert on Their Own Experiences?
Posted August 18, 2026 | Reviewed by Margaret Foley Can someone who has struggled with addiction be an expert on their own addiction and recovery? This may seem a puzzling question, but it is one that is emerging in the…
PsychologyAug 18, 2026
Can Dogs Become Bilingual?
Updated August 18, 2026 | Reviewed by Kaja Perina There has been a lot of interest in the ability of dogs to learn human languages, mostly focusing on spoken words, but sometimes including written words or symbols. I was…
PsychologyAug 18, 2026
What Does It Take for a Late-Life Marriage to Succeed?
Posted August 18, 2026 | Reviewed by Margaret Foley Marriage is perennially associated with young couples who, after some period of engagement and/or cohabitation, decide it’s time to make their relationship official. To…