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The Psychology Of Stupidity

Lyra Riley, a twenty-one-year-old virgin psychology major, and Blaze Cunningham, a twenty-five-year-old CEO, have encountered the worst relationships. Blaze has been used for his money and cheated on during all his long-term relationships. Lyra has been dumped time after time for not giving up her most prized possession. Both yearn to find their soulmate, someone to grow old with. And then, one night, Fate steps in for Lyra and takes the lead. Could she finally have found love, or is this another disaster in the making?

9.8

124 Chapters

Savage Little Nerd

The same cliche story of a nerd and jock falling in love.But what happens when the nerd turns out to be a boy that doesn't take shit from anybody and plays hard to get. And the jock a little too trusting. ⬇️⬇️Sneak peak⬇️⬇️ "Fine, we will do the project together." He said throwing his hands in the air, as he surrendered.I just smirked with my victory."But in one condition; we do it outside the school. I don't want people knowing I'm hanging out with you." He said giving me a disgusted look."Don't worry, I don't want people knowing I'm hanging out with a dumbass either." I snapped back."Listen here you." He said while grabbing my collar. "Your little mouth is going to get you in trouble someday." He said between gritted teeth."I'm sorry, my mouth can't control itself when it's presented to stupidity as low as yours," I said with a smirk crafted on my face. His face turned red and you could see a small vein pop out of his empty head...........Find out what happens next.

9.9

67 Chapters

The Professor

Maya Greenley has always been a hopeless romantic, or at least that's what her best friends tell her. Between acing her classes and preparing for post-grad school, Maya doesn't have time for 'romance'. That is until she sees Alexander Grey, a mysterious but swoon-worthy man with dark eyes and a wickedly charming smile. Maya knows she shouldn't feel anything toward him, it was wrong, forbidden even and he was absolutely off-limits. And it was because the charming man is not only years older than Maya, He's also her Psychology professor.

9.8

82 Chapters

Savage Sons MC Books 1-5

Savage Sons Mc books 1-5 is a collection of MC romance stories which revolve around five key characters and the women they fall for. Havoc - A sweet like honey accent and a pair of hips I couldn’t keep my eyes off.That’s how it started.Darcie Summers was playing the part of my old lady to keep herself safe but we both know it’s more than that.There’s something real between us.Something passionate and primal.Something my half brother’s stupidity will rip apart unless I can get to her in time. Cyber - Everyone has that ONE person that got away, right? The one who you wished you had treated differently. For me, that girl has always been Iris.So when she turns up on Savage Sons territory needing help, I am the man for the job. Every time I look at her I see the beautiful girl I left behind but Iris is no longer that girl. What I put into motion years ago has shattered her into a million hard little pieces. And if I’m not careful they will cut my heart out. Fang-The first time I saw her, she was sat on the side of the road drinking whiskey straight from the bottle. The second time was when I hit her dog. I had promised myself never to get involved with another woman after the death of my wife. But Gypsy was different. Sweeter, kinder and with a mouth that could make a sailor blush. She was also too good for me. I am Fang, President of the Savage Sons. I am not a good man, I’ve taken more lives than I care to admit even to myself. But I’m going to keep her anyway.

146 Chapters

BEST FRIEND'S BROTHER

"Why did you leave the party in such a hurry earlier?" Ignoring her sarcasm, Kaleb changed the subject. He just had to ask! The audacity he had! Sasha smirked. "Did you want to enjoy seeing the girl you just a few minutes ago making a friendly chat with your girlfriend?" she snapped, her wound reopened. "Oh, so you left because of Claire?" Again, Kaleb's voice was mocking. "No, I left because of me," Sasha recoiled, and it was her stupidity sending him a text. "And what about you and Samson? I see the way he looked at you at the party. He seems to really like you and the both of you seem really familiar with each other. What do I make out of that?" Kaleb sounded different, odd even. —---------- When Kaleb Luthor decides to move back to the town he grew up in, Sasha Sullivan is bombarded with a lot of emotions. This is a guy she has had a crush on for as long as she can remember, and this is her chance to make him see her more than just his sister's best friend. But as she gets closer to Kaleb, Sasha realizes that he's a totally different guy from the one she has built up in her head, but she still can't let him go. A one night stand was all she needed… But she isn't prepared for the consequences that one night could bring…. And what an affair with Kaleb Luthor would do to her friendship with her best friend, Tilly Luthor.

9.6

72 Chapters

Falling For Professor Caines

Breanna Wilson is a club stripper at night and a psychology student by day, joggling both lives to get a good education and pay her bills. Maxwell Caines, an ex national boxing champion turned psychology professor, is the youngest and hottest Professor in the entire university. A huge ladies man. Appears with a constant frown and talks like he owns everybody. She thinks he's a sad, angry, meddlesome man. He thinks she's a rude and arrogant girl that makes terrible life decisions and needs therapy. Both lives entwine when Maxwell catches her, one of his most promising students working at a strip club. He helps her get a job after witnessing the brutal death of her brother and a romantic relationship brews between a student and professor. Will their relationship stand the test of time when she gets kidnapped by familiar people and his job is threatened?.

71 Chapters

How Does The Psychology Of Stupidity Affect Workplace Performance?

3 Answers2025-10-17 07:52:14

I've noticed the smartest-sounding people sometimes make the silliest decisions, and that observation led me down a rabbit hole about how 'stupidity' actually behaves in a workplace. It isn't a personal insult — it's often a predictable interplay of cognitive limits, social pressures, and incentive mismatches. The Dunning-Kruger vibes are real: people who lack self-awareness overestimate their skills, while competent folks can underplay theirs. Mix that with cognitive overload, tight deadlines, and noisy teams, and you get a perfect storm where small mistakes magnify into big performance hits.

Practically, this shows up as overconfident decisions, dismissal of dissenting data, and repeated errors that training alone can't fix. I’ve seen teams ignore telemetry because it contradicted a leader’s hunch, and projects blew budgets because nobody built simple checks into the process. The psychology at play also includes motivated reasoning — we interpret data to support the conclusions we prefer — and sunk-cost fallacy, which keeps bad ideas alive longer than they should.

To counter it, I favor systems that don't rely purely on individual brilliance. Checklists, peer review, split testing, and clear decision criteria help. Creating psychological safety is huge: when people can admit ignorance or say 'I don't know' without shame, the team learns faster. Also, redistribute cognitive load — automate boring checks, document common pitfalls, and set up small experiments to test assumptions. It sounds bureaucratic, but a bit of structure frees creative energy and reduces avoidable blunders. Personally, I like seeing a team that can laugh at its mistakes and then fix them — that’s when real improvement happens.

Can Love Sense Be Measured In Character Psychology Studies?

3 Answers2025-10-17 02:05:16

Curiosity drags me into nerdy debates about whether love is the sort of thing you can actually measure, and I get giddy thinking about the tools people have tried.

There are solid, standardized ways psychologists operationalize aspects of love: scales like the Passionate Love Scale and Sternberg's Triangular Love constructs try to break love into measurable pieces — passion, intimacy, and commitment. Researchers also use experience-sampling (pinging people through phones to report feelings in real time), behavioral coding of interactions, hormonal assays (oxytocin, cortisol), and neuroimaging to see which brain circuits light up. Combining these gives a richer picture than any single test. I sometimes flip through popular books like 'Attached' or classic chapters in 'The Psychology of Love' and think, wow, the theory and the messy human data often dance awkwardly but intriguingly together.

Still, the limits are loud. Self-report scales are vulnerable to social desirability and mood swings. Physiological signals are noisy and context-dependent — a racing heart could be coffee, fear, or attraction. Culture, language, and personal narratives warp how people label their experiences. Longitudinal work helps (how feelings and behaviors change over months and years), but it's expensive. Practically, I treat these measures as lenses, not microscope slides: they highlight patterns and predictors, but they don't capture the full color of someone's lived relationship. I love that psychology tries to pin down something so slippery; it tells me more about human ingenuity than about love being anything less than gloriously complicated.

What Psychology Tips Help A Covert Operative Manage Stress?

4 Answers2025-08-27 09:37:27

Sometimes I get obsessed with the little rituals that steady me — a three-count inhale, a flick of a lighter, the smell of espresso — and those tiny acts are the real unsung heroes of staying calm. When things pile up, I break stress into what I can control versus what I can't. Physically, I use box breathing (4-4-4-4) and a grounding checklist: name five things I can see, four I can touch, three I can hear. Mentally, I use a short script to switch personas — a neutral phrase that signals 'work mode' or 'off mode' — and a physical cue like rolling my wrist to finish the transition.

I also give attention to recovery: short naps when possible, strict caffeine windows, and micro-exercises (calf raises behind a cafe table, shoulder rolls in a crowd). For emotional load, I practice labeling emotions quietly — naming fear or irritation often halves its intensity. I keep a secure, private place to blow off steam: a burner journal with odd doodles and a playlist that can shift my mood in five songs.

Finally, I carve out trusted decompression rituals — a phone call with one steady person, or a hot shower where I deliberately plan nothing. These feel small, but they actually prevent burnout in the long run; they've saved me more times than I can count, and they might help you too.

Where Did William Moulton Marston Teach Psychology?

5 Answers2025-08-28 20:29:15

I’ve always loved wandering through weird trivia rabbit holes, and William Moulton Marston pops up all over mine. He taught psychology at Tufts University, and he also had a teaching/lecturing connection with Harvard where he earned his degrees. That combo—Tufts for regular teaching duties and Harvard for his doctoral work and occasional lectures—was how he mixed academia and public-facing research.

What fascinates me is how his lab work bled into pop culture: his research into systolic blood pressure helped develop an early form of the lie detector, and his psychological ideas fed directly into creating 'Wonder Woman'. I once pulled a copy of 'Emotions of Normal People' from a secondhand shop and felt like I was holding the schematic of someone who loved ideas, publicity, and storytelling. If you ever stroll the Tufts campus, you can almost imagine a young Marston lecturing students about emotion and behavior, and then sketching a character who embodied some of those theories.

How Has Dr. Ellen Langer Influenced Psychology Through Her Books?

5 Answers2025-10-30 00:05:03

Dr. Ellen Langer's work has truly revolutionized the field of psychology, particularly with concepts like mindfulness and the power of perception. Her book 'Mindfulness' is a landmark piece that not only defines the concept but also illustrates how being present can change our approach to life. In it, she proposes that being mindful isn’t just some new-age trend; it’s a rigorous practice that leads to better health and well-being. Through her research, she demonstrates how people can significantly alter their experiences, their health outcomes, and even their aging process by simply shifting their mindset. Her groundbreaking studies provide concrete evidence that our thoughts can change our realities, proving that we have more agency than we often believe.

Langer's 'Counterclockwise' presents compelling anecdotal evidence about how mindset affects aging. This book gets personal and relatable, encouraging readers to reflect on how much of their perceptions affect their realities. The concept of ‘mindfulness’ here is not just a technique; it’s about engaging with life instead of simply moving through it. I’ll never see the world the same way after reading it!

What I really appreciate is her approachable writing style, making dense psychological theories accessible. It’s as if she’s sitting down with you over a cup of coffee, discussing profound ideas as if they were the most casual topics. Her work inspires not just academics but anyone who is eager to improve their lives. It's a refreshing departure from traditional psychology that often feels clinical and distant, and it's why Langer remains such a pivotal figure in modern psychology. Her influence is profound, and honestly, she kind of reinvigorated my interest in psychological practices. Who knew self-awareness showed up as power?

How Did Nietzsche Influence Freud'S Theories On Psychology?

4 Answers2025-11-17 07:48:52

Nietzsche's influence on Freud's theories is a fascinating interplay of philosophy and psychology that really shines through in the foundations of psychoanalytic thought. When you look at Freud's work, especially concepts like the unconscious mind and the internal struggles within individuals, you can trace a line back to Nietzsche's ideas on the will to power and the complexities of human nature. Nietzsche delved deep into the idea that our drives and instincts often clash with societal norms, a notion Freud would later convert into the eternal conflict between the id and the superego. It’s like Nietzsche set the stage, exploring the darker and more primal aspects of humanity, which Freud then tied into his theories about repressed desires and motivations.

Moreover, Nietzsche’s assertion that morals are a construct shaped by the powerful resonates with Freud’s views on cultural influences on the psyche. Both thinkers posited that much of our behavior stems from subjective interpretations rather than objective truths, laying the groundwork for understanding neuroses as a struggle between our instinctual drives and the moral framework imposed on us by society. So, in a way, Freud took Nietzsche’s philosophical inquiries and transformed them into a psychological framework that attempts to explain why we are the way we are. That's deeply captivating, considering Freudian analysis still echoes in various modern psychotherapies today. It’s truly a rich area for exploration, and I love discussing how interconnected philosophy and psychology can be!

Ultimately, this relationship between Nietzsche and Freud raises essential questions about the essence of humanity itself. Are we merely products of our instincts, or do the structures of society mold us into who we are? Engaging with these ideas can lead to incredible conversations with others who appreciate the depths of human psychology. It might even change the way you see your own motivations and struggles.

Who Studies A Freudian Slip In Modern Psychology Research?

5 Answers2025-08-31 15:13:21

I get a little nerdy about this sometimes because slips of the tongue are such a crossover thing — part history, part lab science, part human drama. In modern psychology, people in a few different camps study what Freud called a 'lapus linguae.' Psycholinguists and cognitive psychologists are probably the most visible: they treat slips as errors that reveal how our language production system is organized. You’ll see labs eliciting spoonerisms, analyzing speech-error corpora, and running priming or lexical-decision tasks to tease apart where the error happened.

At the same time, cognitive neuroscientists and neuropsychologists bring brain tools like EEG and fMRI to the table to see the timing and neural correlates of those errors. Clinical therapists and psychoanalytically oriented clinicians still pay attention too, but often for different reasons — they’re interested in meaning and context rather than response times. I once sat in on an undergrad psych seminar where a grad student played audio clips of slips and we tried to categorize them; it felt equal parts detective work and puzzle solving. If you want to follow the topic, look into work on speech-error corpora and neuroimaging studies of language production — they’re surprisingly readable and full of little human moments.

Who Published The Best Psychology Novel Of 2023?

3 Answers2025-07-28 23:17:40

As someone who devours psychology-themed novels, I’d argue that 'The Silent Patient' author Alex Michaelides set a high bar, but 2023’s standout for me was 'The House in the Pines' by Ana Reyes. The way it blends psychological suspense with memory distortion hooked me instantly. The unreliable narrator trope is executed masterfully, making every revelation hit harder. The publisher, Penguin Random House, has a knack for picking gems like this—dark, cerebral, and impossible to put down. It’s not just about the plot twists; the prose dissects trauma in a way that feels raw yet poetic. If you’re into books that mess with your head while keeping you glued to the page, this is 2023’s must-read.

Honorable mention to 'The Whisper Man' team at Flatiron Books for their eerie, child psychology-driven thriller. Both publishers nailed it this year.

How Can 'Flow: The Psychology Of Optimal Experience' Improve Productivity?

4 Answers2025-06-20 20:37:29

Reading 'Flow: The Psychology of Optimal Experience' was a game-changer for how I approach work. The book dives deep into the idea of 'flow'—that sweet spot where you’re so absorbed in a task that time flies and productivity skyrockets. It’s not just about working harder; it’s about structuring tasks to match your skills, so they’re challenging enough to be engaging but not so tough they overwhelm you.

One key takeaway was setting clear goals. When I know exactly what I need to achieve, my focus sharpens. The book also emphasizes immediate feedback—like ticking off small wins—which keeps motivation high. I’ve started breaking projects into smaller, manageable chunks, and it’s crazy how much more I get done. Another trick? Eliminating distractions. Flow happens when you’re fully immersed, so I now silence notifications and carve out uninterrupted blocks of time. The book’s blend of psychology and practicality makes it a productivity goldmine.

Does 'Flow: The Psychology Of Optimal Experience' Apply To Sports Performance?

4 Answers2025-06-20 22:52:06

Absolutely, 'Flow: The Psychology of Optimal Experience' is a game-changer for athletes. The book delves into how reaching a state of flow—total immersion in an activity—can elevate performance. For sports, this means losing self-consciousness, merging action and awareness, and feeling in complete control. Time distorts; a basketball player might see the hoop widen, or a runner feels every stride effortlessly sync with their breath. Flow isn’t just about skill—it’s about aligning challenge with ability, creating a sweet spot where fear and doubt vanish.

Athletes often hit flow during high-stakes moments, like a climber scaling a cliff or a soccer player dribbling past defenders. The book’s principles explain why drills and muscle memory matter—they free the mind to focus purely on the moment. Csikszentmihalyi’s research shows flow isn’t accidental; it’s cultivated through clear goals, immediate feedback, and a balance between effort and reward. Sports psychology now embraces these ideas, using techniques like visualization and mindfulness to trigger flow intentionally. The book’s framework isn’t just theoretical—it’s a roadmap to peak performance.