A Term in Psychology: The Southern Wind Effect
When Warmth Triumphs Over Force Have you ever sat in a meeting where one person’s harsh tone immediately made everyone feel uncomfortable?Maybe you’ve noticed that when someone tries to force an ou...
A Term in Psychology: Alexithymia
What Is Alexithymia? In psychology, there’s a term for people who struggle to express and even recognize their own emotions: Alexithymia. This word was first introduced by Dr. Peter Sifneos, a Harv...
A Term in Psychology: The Desensitization Effect
Ever Find Yourself Going Back, Even When You Know You Shouldn’t? Have you ever found yourself unable to walk away from someone, even after they’ve hurt you again and again?Maybe deep down you just ...
A Term in Psychology: The Dunning-Kruger Effect
Ever Notice How Some People Are Overconfident—But Clearly Unqualified? Have you ever met someone who talks and acts with unshakable confidence, even though it's obvious they aren’t really skilled?I...
A Term in Psychology: The Kimchi Effect
There’s a saying: “You’re influenced by those around you.” Maybe you’ve heard the Chinese proverb, “He who stays near vermilion gets stained red; he who stays near ink gets stained black.” If a ...
A Term in Psychology: The Peak-End Rule
What Moments Shape Our Experiences? Think about your life:Which moments truly define whether an experience was good or bad?Was it a trip, a meal, or a concert? How do you really remember those even...
