Truly self-aware people tend to do two things incredibly well, according to clinical psychologist Melanie A. McNally: they acknowledge their emotions, feelings, and behaviors, while also regulating ...

When it comes to human behavior, we often find ourselves treading a fine line between what's socially acceptable and what's downright odd. Sometimes, you know what you're doing is bizarre, yet you ...

As much as we might wish differently, we can’t control how other people perceive us. No matter what, we can’t make everyone like us; more often not, other people’s opinions have more to do with ...

Trust is a complex thing. While most of us would like to believe that we trust others until they give us a reason not to, our everyday actions often tell a different story. These subtle behaviors can ...

The line between confidence and narcissism can often seem blurrier than the latest Instagram filter. While being self-assured is a desirable trait, some habits we perceive as confidence may actually ...

When confronted about their hurtful words or actions, certain people immediately defend themselves with predictable excuses. Understanding these patterns might help you navigate difficult ...

Loneliness can be a full-body experience—yes, we said "body." "Loneliness is more than just a feeling—it is a signal from your brain, like hunger or thirst, telling you something is missing," explains ...

Imagine your boss says, “Can you step into my office? I need to talk with you.” Immediately, your senses go into overdrive, trying to mine her tone of voice and unconscious behaviors for clues to her ...

Humans and other animals actively sense their surrounding environment. This entails the deliberate adjustment of motor ...

Nearly half of young people in a recent study displayed strongly addictive use of mobile phones, a trend that the study results suggest raised the risk of suicidal behaviors. Researchers looked at ...