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85 Feminist Posts That Say The Quiet Part Out Loud

You don't have to write long, scholarly articles to call out patriarchy, misogyny, sexism, male privilege and general pathetic behavior. Sometimes, punchy posts and hard-hitting memes work just as well. Here are a few that are bound to get certain people hot under the collar while they mutter, "Not all…

Bored Panda · Jun 11

Psychology says people who keep their cameras off during meetings aren’t always disengaged, their brain may be protecting them from something important

Psychology does not suggest that everyone who keeps their camera turned off is shy, uninterested, or trying to conceal something. Human behavior is far more nuanced than such simple assumptions. Research suggests that choosing to stay off-camera can be influenced by factors such as Zoom fatigue, privacy preferences, heightened self-awareness,…

The Economic Times · Jun 11

Psychology says people who hate getting their photos taken aren’t shy, they may be revealing something unexpected about their personality

Psychology does not claim that everyone who dislikes being photographed struggles with confidence. Human behavior is far too nuanced to support such a simple conclusion. Research suggests that avoiding cameras can be influenced by a variety of factors, including heightened self-awareness, perfectionist tendencies, a preference for privacy, social comparison, fear…

The Economic Times · Jun 11

Quote of the day by Elon Musk: 'The only rules are the ones dictated by the laws of...' Life lessons on success, work culture, hard work, struggle and human behavior by wealthiest person in the world

Quote of the Day by Elon Musk highlights a simple idea about success, work culture, hard work, struggle and human behavior. The statement encourages people to question limits that are created by society and focus on what is actually possible. Elon Musk’s words remind people that many barriers are not…

The Economic Times · Jun 10

Never burn out, never complain, never quit: Solomon the Great said study ants to get wise; here are the 7 life lessons he meant

Ants, though small in size, offer surprisingly powerful lessons for human life. This article highlights the wisdom found in observing their behavior and how it connects to modern living. Solomon the Great, to whom it is said, “God gave great wisdom and knowledge as vast as the sand on the…

The Economic Times · Jun 10

Prof. Michael Broyde (Emory) on "When Judges Stop Behaving Well"

"Article III life tenure is not a shield for misconduct in chambers. It is a constitutional trust conditioned on good behavior."

Reason · Jun 10

Psychology says some people enjoy hurting others and conspiring, and the reason is much darker than you think: Insights from Alfred Adler’s theories

According to the theories of Alfred Adler, individuals who deliberately hurt others, manipulate circumstances or appear to be constantly scheming against someone are not necessarily operating from a position of strength or confidence. In many cases, such behaviors may reflect deeper feelings of insecurity, inadequacy or a need to compensate…

The Economic Times · Jun 10

Why Do We Feel Awkward When Someone Is Typing and Then Stops?

Almost everyone has experienced it. You send a message, wait for a reply, and suddenly see those three little dots appear. Someone is typing. For a few seconds, anticipation builds. Then, without warning, the typing indicator disappears. No message arrives. What follows is often a surprising wave of curiosity, confusion,…

MyLifeXP · Jun 10

8 Reasons Your Car Insurance Went Up Through No Fault of Yours

Opening an insurance renewal notice and spotting a higher premium can feel like a punch to the wallet. Many drivers assume an accident, speeding ticket, or claim caused the increase. In reality, insurers often raise rates for reasons that have little or nothing to do with an individual driver’s behavior.

Clever Dude · Jun 10

Psychology says women who clean their house before the cleaning lady arrives aren’t being irrational, but their brain may be responding to a different pressure

Psychology suggests that this behavior is rarely the result of simple irrationality. More often, it stems from a combination of impression management, personal identity, social pressures, perfectionist tendencies and a desire to maintain control over how one is perceived by others.

The Economic Times · Jun 10