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Conformity
Trapped in the Echo Chamber

Jessica Koehler Ph.D. on November 7, 2024

You've seen the effects of echo chambers: political divides, social bubbles, and the constant reinforcement of familiar ideas. What keeps us trapped in these bubbles?

You've seen the effects of echo chambers: political divides, social bubbles, and the constant reinforcement of familiar ideas. What keeps us trapped in these bubbles?

Locus of Control
Invisible Scars

Jessica Koehler Ph.D. on October 7, 2024

Unlock the power of locus of control to overcome limiting beliefs and take charge of your life.

Unlock the power of locus of control to overcome limiting beliefs and take charge of your life.

Bias
The Power of Unlearning

Jessica Koehler Ph.D. on October 1, 2024

In a world that’s constantly evolving, knowing how to unlearn outdated ideas is just as important as learning new ones.

In a world that’s constantly evolving, knowing how to unlearn outdated ideas is just as important as learning new ones.

Relationships
The Foundation of Lasting Love

Jessica Koehler Ph.D. on September 16, 2024

What’s the key to a love that lasts? Discover how open, empathetic communication—free from retribution—can lay the foundation for lasting love.

What’s the key to a love that lasts? Discover how open, empathetic communication—free from retribution—can lay the foundation for lasting love.

Social Media
Scrolling Into Stress

Jessica Koehler Ph.D. on September 11, 2024

Curious about social media’s impact on mental health? Learn how to stay informed while protecting your well-being with practical tips for mindful and healthy social media use.

Curious about social media’s impact on mental health? Learn how to stay informed while protecting your well-being with practical tips for mindful and healthy social media use.

Optimism
Rational Optimism Across Life's Domains

Jessica Koehler Ph.D. on September 6, 2024

In a world full of uncertainties, how can you stay positive without losing touch with reality? Enter rational optimism—a mindset that blends hope with practicality.

In a world full of uncertainties, how can you stay positive without losing touch with reality? Enter rational optimism—a mindset that blends hope with practicality.

Education
Revolutionizing Education

Jessica Koehler Ph.D. on September 4, 2024

As artificial intelligence continues to reshape education, recent research reveals the transformative potential of AI tutors in enhancing student learning outcomes.

As artificial intelligence continues to reshape education, recent research reveals the transformative potential of AI tutors in enhancing student learning outcomes.

Relationships
Why Love Matters

Jessica Koehler Ph.D. on August 30, 2024

Love isn't just a fleeting emotion or a poetic ideal—it's a powerful force that profoundly influences our well-being.

Love isn't just a fleeting emotion or a poetic ideal—it's a powerful force that profoundly influences our well-being.

Relationships
Why Most Crave Connection—and Why Some of Us Don’t

Jessica Koehler Ph.D. on August 26, 2024

Ever wondered why some people thrive in social circles while others prefer solitude? Explore why some people crave affiliation with others, while others are content on their own.

Ever wondered why some people thrive in social circles while others prefer solitude? Explore why some people crave affiliation with others, while others are content on their own.

Persuasion
The Psychology of Influence

Jessica Koehler Ph.D. on August 22, 2024

In a world where every scroll competes for your attention, the power to influence is a game-changer. But how do you capture hearts and minds without compromising your integrity?

In a world where every scroll competes for your attention, the power to influence is a game-changer. But how do you capture hearts and minds without compromising your integrity?