Some of our most popular stories last year were about psychology; anxiety, entrenched beliefs, toxic workplaces and the power of gut instincts.
Why anxiety can be good for us
Anxiety is in our body's early warning system and has a power that we can harness to our own benefit, says psychologist Wendy Suzuki.
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How to turn around a toxic work culture
Many modern work practices cause employees mental harm, but a good leader can turn that toxicity around, says psychologist Hillary Bennett.
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Understanding vaccine hesitancy
Marketing expert Dr Mike Lee has kept a ten-year watch on the anti-vaccination movement. He is hopeful we can develop herd immunity against harmful misinformation.
The power of rethinking what we think we know
Rethinking our own cherished beliefs and ideas is important so that we don't sink into the comfort of conviction, says psychologist Adam Grant.
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Why our brains are hardwired to focus on the negative
Bad things have more impact than good things, especially when it comes to first impressions, says social psychologist Roy Baumeister.
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The hidden rules behind our best friendships
Our friendships and social connections are shaped by rules that aren't always apparent, says psychologist Robin Dunbar.
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Why being rational is human and matters now
Cognitive scientist Steven Pinker explores how we can determine and stand up for what is rational in 2021.
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How to find the words to start difficult conversations
Dr Kathryn Mannix is a palliative care doctor who has had to navigate many tough conversations with dying people and their families.
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Why we need to listen to our gut instinct
Tuning into our own gut instincts not only helps decision-making, but it can also make us calmer and more present, says Australian psychologist Steve Biddulph.
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Why too much free time could be a bad thing
Too much time on your hands may be almost as bad as too little, psychologists are discovering.
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