Partners in a tense relationship will start to interpret each other’s actions and intentions negatively, even when they are neutral or positive. This is called "negative sentiment override." Here’s why it happens—and how to stop it. psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-ot…

Our brains react to cues of being watched—even to pictures of eyes—and tend to behave a little better. Here’s how that may affect our belief in God.
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If a child resists demands hard enough, and parents gradually stop asking things of them, this strengthens the very behavior parents are hoping to change. Here’s a healthier approach for everyone involved. psychologytoday.com/us/blog/mental…

My essay on cats is actually on Kant, but I used cats as a Trojan horse. Most popular on @PsychToday !
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Small talk doesn’t have to be a barrier to deep conversation. In fact, it can open the door to connecting with someone on a more profound level. Here's how. psychologytoday.com/us/blog/your-r…

Why do apologies sometimes make things worse? The answer may lie in the gap between how we see our actions and how others experience them. psychologytoday.com/us/blog/radica…

Many emotions helpfully point us toward what matters or warn us that something is off. But when these three take over, they can drive us to impulsive, regrettable action. Here's how to avoid that. psychologytoday.com/us/blog/smashi…

Language does not develop automatically. It grows through conversations. Here's what happens to our children when screen time replaces critical interactions. psychologytoday.com/us/blog/recove…

In the past year, several key studies significantly increased our understanding of some underappreciated psychological benefits of hugging. Here's what we found out. psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-as…

The so-called "Gen Z stare"—that deadpan, unsmiling expression often seen in selfies and video clips—has attracted the attention of psychologists, who have some ideas about what's really behind it. psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-cl…

Emotional availability is an essential building block of any relationship, especially an intimate one. But for many people, opening up is difficult, and intimacy remains elusive. Consider these questions to determine how available you are. psychologytoday.com/us/tests/relat…

Professional negotiation requires a personal touch. Learn how to deliver for your client and win the trust of your adversary.
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It’s important for a parent to be close to their children and know what’s happening in their lives. However, some take that involvement too far and become what are known as helicopter parents. Are you one of them? Take this test to find out.
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Forgiveness does not erase the memory of what happened. Instead, it may change the meaning of the memory so that it becomes less painful. Here’s what happens when we forgive—and when we don’t, by @GuyWinch psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-sq…

Infusing everyday routines with imagination and movement can support learning by transforming resistance into joyful connection. Here’s how it works.
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Partners in a tense relationship will start to interpret each other’s actions and intentions negatively, even when they are neutral or positive. This is called "negative sentiment override." Here’s why it happens—and how to stop it. psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-ot…

Many people who are empathetic and giving wind up choosing partners they feel they need to save. Understanding the childhood patterns that drive this impulse can help them build healthier relationships in the future. 
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Changing a habit isn’t just about motivation. Your surroundings can cue old behaviors before you notice. Here’s what to do about it. psychologytoday.com/us/blog/health…

Everyone thinks nostalgia is about missing the past. New research suggests it's actually much more about what's missing right now. psychologytoday.com/us/blog/story-…

Women in midlife often find themselves sandwiched between taking care of kids and aging parents. Growing up parentified can add another emotional layer. Here's why. psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-me…