10 Psychology Facts About Human Behavior

We judge books by their covers (and people by their first impressions) in milliseconds, thanks to our negativity bias. 🧠👀

Your coworker's annoying catchphrase is suddenly endearing? Blame the mere exposure effect – familiarity breeds fondness. 🔁💖

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Multitasking? More like misery-tasking. Our brains are serial processors, not juggling champions. 🤹‍♀️❌

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That feeling of "I knew it!" after a bad decision? It's not intuition, it's confirmation bias seeking evidence to justify your choice. 🕵️‍♀️🤔

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We're social creatures – isolate us, and our brains and bodies suffer. Prioritize connection, it's the happy glue. 🫂❤️

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Don't underestimate the placebo effect – your mind can heal your body, even if the treatment is fake. 🧠💊

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Ever buy something just because it was on sale, even if you didn't need it? You fell victim to the sunk cost fallacy – we hate abandoning investments, even irrational ones. 💸🛍️

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Your brain is a negativity sponge, soaking up threats and errors like a dry sponge in a puddle. Stay mindful, negativity bias! 🧽🚨

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Stories sell, facts tell. Marketers tap into this, weaving narratives to connect with your emotions and influence your choices. 🎬🧠

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First impressions are surprisingly sticky, shaping everything from job offers to relationships, even if they're based on superficial cues. Smile, make eye contact, and conquer! 👋😃

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