Psychology Archives

The Psychological Effects of Discrimination

How does discrimination affect self-esteem? How does being discriminated against based on superficial differences hurt one’s sense of self-worth? Discrimination places a spotlight on how minorities are different from the majority, overlooking those people’s talents, personalities, and achievements. As a result, minorities grow to value themselves and others less based on these differences. Keep reading to learn about the psychological effects of discrimination.

The 2 Manic Behavior Symptoms That Make Better Leaders

Are there any good manic behavior symptoms? How can leaders benefit from experiencing mania? According to Nassir Ghaemi’s book A First-Rate Madness, mania and hyperthymia can make a leader uniquely prepared to tackle unprecedented challenges. These conditions can help leaders in two ways: by boosting their resilience to adversity and encouraging innovative thinking. Keep reading to learn more about these manic behavior symptoms that help leaders in critical situations.

How to Be Tough: 4 Strategies to Overcome Weakness

Want to become more mentally tough? What are the steps to becoming more resilient? In Do Hard Things, Steve Magness provides four strategies for becoming a resilient person. These strategies include facing reality, understanding your emotions, listening to your inner voice, and being flexible in life. Continue reading to learn how to be tough with these four strategies.

How a Lack of Representation Hurts Minorities

Why is minority representation important? How does poor representation stop people from being true to themselves and prevent them from going after their dreams? Lack of representation leaves people feeling self-conscious and demoralized. As a result, they try to change their behavior to fit others’ expectations and don’t pursue their goals because they lack relatable examples of success. Here’s how a lack of representation hurts minorities.

What Is the Key to Success in Life? Napoleon Hill’s 2 Principles

What is the key to success in life? Why do some people become successful against all odds while others fail miserably no matter how hard they try? According to Napoleon Hill, the author of The Law of Success, your subconscious mind determines how successful you are. If you’re not achieving the level of success you want, it’s because your habitual, conscious thoughts have trained your subconscious mind to work against your best interests. Keep reading to learn how your subconscious mind impacts your success.

What Body Language and Posture Tell Us About Emotions

The Loneliness Epidemic: Why We Feel Disconnected

What can someone’s posture tell you about their psychological state? What postural cues should you pay attention to? According to former FBI agent Joe Navarro, a person’s body posture can indicate how secure and comfortable they are feeling. Open body language and posture signal comfort and confidence. On the other hand, restricted posture indicates discomfort and insecurity. Here’s how you can size up someone’s level of comfort based on their body posture.

The Best Marshall Goldsmith Quotes From Triggers

Are you looking for Marshall Goldsmith’s quotes from Triggers? What are some of the most noteworthy passages worth revisiting? In their book Triggers, executive coach Marshall Goldsmith and co-author Mark Reiter assert that you don’t have to let your environment control your behavior. Instead, by understanding how you’re affected by your environment and how you tend to react to it, you can change your behavior for the better. The following quotes highlight some of the key ideas from the book.

The Science of Inspiration: What Happens When Ideas Click

Do you ever have sudden bursts of inspiration that lead you to a solution to a problem? What’s going on in your brain when that happens? Sometimes, ideas result from slow hunches that develop over time. Other times, they come quickly in an epiphany. In Where Good Ideas Come From, Steven Johnson explores the fascinating science of inspiration. Keep reading to discover how some good ideas just pop into your head.

Mania’s Surprising Role in Leadership and Innovation

How can leaders be more innovative at work? How does mania improve innovative thinking? Leadership and innovation go hand-in-hand, but an unexpected factor in this connection is mania. The mental illness promotes creative thinking, supporting new ideas, and solving complex problems that may go unnoticed. Here’s more on why A First-Rate Madness by Nassir Ghaemi believes mania enhances your ability to be an innovative leader.

How to Set Realistic Expectations and Embrace Reality

Do you often get disappointed by unexpected outcomes? How do you set realistic expectations? Having high expectations can be helpful, especially if you have big goals you want to achieve. But sometimes things don’t go as planned. That’s why it’s best to have realistic expectations to not get too excited. Here’s how to set realistic expectations to keep yourself on track, according to Steve Magness’s book Do Hard Things.