If you’re here, you may be researching sensory deprivation for a homework project or some research and wish to to know more about it. You’re in luck because this page contains everything there is to know. In fact I’ve even floated in a few sensory deprivation tanks myself! What is Sensory Deprivation? Sensory deprivation occurs … Read more
Have you ever heard that Inuits have over 100 words for snow? It’s a fascinating way to look at how different languages are shaped by the world around us. You might have also heard that this fact isn’t actually real. Theories in psychology and science are always changing and evolving. There are many different schools … Read more
We all know the story of Alice in Wonderland. Alice falls down a rabbit hole and things start to get crazy. Lewis Carroll’s 1865 book is a classic, inspiring movies and museum exhibits and one of the most famous songs in psychedelic rock. But did you know that there is also a neurological condition named … Read more
How much influence do you have over your own destiny? How much influence do other people have over your destiny? I ask some big questions on this site. I’ve discussed at length about how changing your beliefs can alter the course of your life. I’ve discussed theories from psychologists about free will, determinism, and compatibilism. … Read more
You may hear the phrase “cognitive dissonance” used frequently, but what does it actually mean? I’ll tell you! What is Cognitive Dissonance? Cognitive dissonance is the state of mind that occurs when you are simultaneously entertaining two or more opposite ideas. This situation is stressful for your brain, so it wants to quickly pick an … Read more
Why do you make the decisions that you make or do the things that you do? There’s always a reason! Psychologists are learning that many of our actions are influenced in ways we don’t realize. These influences can be a really wide array of things, including the words and body language of others. Even mild … Read more
A mindset is essentially a set of beliefs you carry with you that determine how you view and interact with the world. Depending on what kind of you have, both conscious and subconscious, you might be more optimistic or pessimistic, high-strung or laid back, a leader or a follower. These kinds of mindsets can have … Read more
You’ve probably heard stories about people who recovered from illness after being given medication that they didn’t know was just sugar pills. The idea seems bizarre, but the phenomenon isn’t all that uncommon. In the scientific community, it’s known as the placebo effect. What is the Placebo Effect? The term “placebo effect” describes the positive … Read more
Negotiation isn’t easy – but there are ways that you can tap into a person’s mind and haggle more effectively! Check out these negotiation tips for sealing the deal and haggling prices. Best Negotiation Tips Do your research Build a rapport Wait Stand your ground Talk numbers Know your “get out of jail” card Ask … Read more
Learning how to save money can be hard if you weren’t taught any great habits when you were younger. Spending money is a major factor that is affected by how our mind works, and knowing the psychology tricks behind this puts you a step ahead. Don’t worry – I’m going to give you psychological money-saving … Read more
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