The Scar Study: Expectations Effect Reality
Robert Kleck ran a fascinating experiment now known as The Scar Study. Researchers used makeup to create a realistic looking facial scar. The participants were told they would be evaluated…
The Science of Being Contagious: How to Spread Positivity
We've all experienced it—the person whose energy lifts an entire room, or the person whose negativity seems to drains area. But what if I told you this "contagious" quality isn't…
Retiree Syndrome: Time To Reorganize Purpose and Identity
For years, you had a reason to get up every morning. You were the one who made decisions, solved problems, and got things done. Then retirement arrives—the finish line you’ve…
The Magic of Converting Hard Triggers to Soft Prompts
You’ve probably heard the phrase “I was triggered.” It’s a common way to describe a strong emotional reaction — but have you ever stopped to think about that word? A…
The Power of Hope, Rats, & Resilience
In the 1950s, Curt Richter, a researcher at Johns Hopkins, conducted a simple yet revealing experiment that sheds light on one of the most powerful forces in both animals and…
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