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The Efficiency of Obsession: Why Half-Interest Wastes More Energy Than Passion
To like something is to insult it. Discover why caring deeply makes you cognitively and emotionally more efficient.
Nov 105 min read


What Causes Aggression? The Psychology of Why We Hurt Others
Aggression isn't always loud. Learn the psychology behind aggressive behavior, what triggers it, and practical strategies to regulate it, based on classic studies and real-life examples.
Aug 56 min read


Primary Motivations Explained: Hunger, Thirst, and Sexual Desire in Psychology
We all feel them: the gnawing pang of hunger, the dry-mouthed urgency of thirst, the deep-seated pull of sexual desire. These primary...
Jul 65 min read


Intrinsic and Extrinsic Motivation: The Psychology of Reward and Desire
Do rewards boost or hurt motivation? Learn how autonomy, purpose, and identity shape our drive, and how to stay motivated in work and life.
Jul 66 min read


How Thoughts Shape Motivation: The Cognitive Approach to Motivation
Discover how your beliefs, goals, and identity fuel motivation. Learn cognitive tools like TOTE, self-efficacy, and mindset to turn thinking into action.
Jul 65 min read


What Causes Feelings? Main Theories of Emotion
What causes emotions? Explore the fascinating science behind feelings, from body signals and facial feedback to personal meaning and social sharing. A clear guide to the psychology of emotion.
Jul 44 min read


What Drives Us: A Simple Guide to Motivation and Emotion
Why do we do the things we do? It’s a question we ask ourselves and others all the time. Why did I stay up late to finish that book? Why...
Jul 43 min read


An Overview of Your Nervous System
Discover the parts of the nervous system and its functions.
Nov 11, 20223 min read
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