When I do something good, no one remembers. When I do something bad, no one forgets. — Anonymous Last week we talked about implicit bias, what it is and how it’s measured. Today, we will discuss some of the consequences that can follow from it. First, although ‘implicit bias’ is often used in regards to race…
Disappointment is inevitable; misery is optional. — Various authors We’ve all been there. Your favorite sports team loses to their rival. The political candidate you hoped would win doesn’t. A movie you love didn’t get the award. Everyone feels bummed in these moments—but why do some people seem crushed while others just shrug it off?…
When people commit the same misbehavior at work, like sexual harassment, they should receive the same professional consequences. But some people get away with lighter punishments. Whereas one perpetrator rightly gets fired for their job, another person may simply have to attend an “educational workshop.” In a paper published just this year, two researchers have…
We take better care of our smartphone than ourselves. — Arianna Huffington A finding that might shock you: on average, people spend 20% of their entire waking day looking at their phone. Probably one of the biggest changes in human behavior over the last two decades has been the use of the cell phone. But…
No relationship is all sunshine, but two people can share one umbrella and survive the storm together – Anonymous For as much as human society glamorizes romantic relationships, they sure are difficult. Whether that is starting a romance or maintaining it, there are plenty of challenges. Today, we’re going to talk about one straightforward strategy…
If you want to be happy, be. — Leo Tolstoy It should come as no surprise that I write today’s post with a big smile on my face. I’ve defended my dissertation, so I’m no longer a graduate student and now have my PhD. And today, I officially start my new job as an assistant…