The scientific truth behind ‘Fake it till you make it’
It works, but there isn’t any magic or manipulation involved. We know most of the neural mechanisms involved. You can fake a smile to induce …
8 Neuroscientific techniques to learn how to play the guitar better
We are going to look at a very specific set of tips on how to master the guitar. These specific strategies are in the realm …
How to Increase Productivity: The Ultimate Psychological guide
You know, people have been giving productivity advice for ages. People have published so many books that outline tips on how to increase productivity. This …
MOOCs and the unexpected advantages of online learning
I’ve done courses from the following fields: genetics, python coding, neurobiology, calculus, music, astrobiology, learning, teacher training, introductory Chinese and a few more. I volunteered …
The Peter Principle OR Why Everyone Sucks At Their Job – tips to overcome incompetency in the work place
Back in 1969, a guy called Laurence Peter[1] made a shrewd observation and published a book on it – The Peter Principle. If you are someone’s …
How does background music affect work productivity and creativity? 10 research findings
Leaving all anecdotes aside, let us look at the scientific evidence. Considering the value of this question in our day-to-day lives, I’ll summarize music psychology …
Font Psychology: New research & practical insights
Welcome to font psychology or the science of typography – how fonts affect cognition & behavior of people. Designers swear by the importance of fonts. …
Teaching aids and Instructional materials: tools for teachers and students
Psychologists, designers, educationalists, and many professors around the world work on improving the quality of education because a lot depends on the education of a …
Natural variation and decision making
Imagine you are in your 9th grade. You scored 80%, everyone expected you to. The teacher praises you. Your friend scored 40% and the teacher …
Inquiry-based learning – It is still valuable today
A number of educational systems exist today. Educational psychologists, experienced teachers, thought leaders, and allied psychology researchers have invested a lot of time in studying how …
How visuals, textures, and sounds change your food’s taste
Why does coffee taste different from different cups, why does the shape of chocolate change its sweetness, why does music make beer likable? Here’s the …
Stop Procrastinating With This Research-Based Psychological Method
It so happens that we aren’t always aware of why we do certain things. Some things in our life happen very automatically. Unfortunately, procrastination is one …
Human Multitasking: A guide on how to truly multitask
There are a lot of opinions on whether multitasking is possible or not. The answer is both Yes & No. However, true multitasking is a …