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High-power individuals exhibit avoidance responses when discussing problems with powerful romantic partners.

Even though having more power usually makes people more motivated to pursue their goals, a new study has found that individuals with higher power exhibit more physiological responses associated with…

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Neuroscience Helps Explain Why Warren Buffett’s Weird Calendar Habit Is So Effective

Bill Gates says he learned a lot from looking at Buffett’s calendar. Warren Buffett keeps some days on his calendar completely free of appointments. Bill Gates learned this a few years ago when…

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Six Tips for Selling to Millennials and Generation Z

Millennials and Generation Z now hold the decision-making keys for most B2B purchases. A recent Forrester Research study of nearly 14,000 B2B buyers found that younger buyers — those born…

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9 Signs It May Be Time to End a Friendship

Key takeaways: Friendships are a valuable part of our everyday lives. They provide social and emotional support. A good buddy will be there when you’re feeling down or lonely. Sadly, friendships…

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If you display these 12 behaviors, you’re more introverted than you realize

Have you ever pondered whether you’re an introvert, extrovert, or somewhere in-between?  Sure, some people are easy to categorize, but many of us exhibit behaviors that blur the lines, behaving…

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Psychology Takes a New Look at Defense Mechanisms

A new paper suggests that maybe defence mechanisms aren’t all that bad. Helping us get more comfortable with stress or threats. KEY POINTS Has anyone ever told you not to…

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The Messy and Neglected Study of Clothing and First Impressions

Have you ever had to choose what to wear for a first date or an interview? Or felt nervous choosing an outfit for a wedding, wondering what exactly the difference…

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If someone displays these 12 behaviors, they have low emotional intelligence – Hack Spirit.

When someone has low emotional intelligence (EQ), it means they lack the ability to understand and manage emotions—both theirs and that of others. Naturally, this makes it quite difficult for…

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Harvard Research Shows Using 1 Word Dramatically Increases Your Ability to Build Consensus and Buy-In

Swapping one word for another changes the nature of the conversation, and its outcome Some people are unusually persuasive. They influence — in a good way — the people around…

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Exposure to Certain Fragrances During Sleep Dramatically Boosts Cognitive Function

Of all the senses we love to indulge, scent is often neglected – but the right smells could be just what your brain needs to keep it whirring in old…

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