Tag: #psychology
Writing on GPUs, LLMs, MLOps, Kubernetes — and mindset · 80 posts
Crowd Psychology — How We Change Inside the Multitude
Are we really the same person alone as we are in a crowd? Starting from Le Bon's classic theory and moving through the conformity and obedience experiments, the bystander effect, groupthink, and online crowds, we take a
2026-06-21 · 56 min read #culture#psychology#crowd#conformity#sociologyAnonymity and Online Behavior — Us Behind the Mask
Put on a mask and a person changes. From the online disinhibition effect to the light and shadow of anonymity, the real-name debate, and platform design, we look at us behind the mask, in balance.
2026-06-21 · 28 min read #anonymity#online-behavior#psychology#internet#digital-citizenshipThe Anthropology of Time — How We Experience Time
Time seems to flow the same for everyone, yet the way people experience and handle time differs astonishingly across cultures and eras. From the invention of clocks and calendars to the difference between monochronic and
2026-06-21 · 39 min read #time#anthropology#culture#psychology#historyThe Ethics of Forgiveness — Is Forgiving a Duty or a Choice
What is forgiveness, and how does it differ from reconciliation? A careful look at whether some things are unforgivable, whether justice and forgiveness collide, and what forgiveness does to the mind, from several perspe
2026-06-21 · 25 min read #ethics#forgiveness#philosophy#psychology#reconciliationArchitecture and Human Psychology — How Space Changes Us
We build buildings, but those buildings then shape us. Ceiling height changes our thinking, light and nature sway our mood, and the design of cities determines our happiness. Leaning on evidence, we explore how space aff
2026-06-21 · 27 min read #architecture#psychology#biophilia#urban-design#spaceThe Secret of a Good Story — The Science of Storytelling That Pulls Us In
Why do humans fall so helplessly for stories? We unpack the secret through neuroscience and psychology — from the anatomy of a good story to the curiosity gap, the magic of detail, and practical tips you can steal for yo
2026-06-20 · 23 min read #culture#storytelling#psychology#communication#neuroscienceActive-Constructive Responding — How You React to Good News Builds the Relationship
A friendly tour through Shelly Gable research showing that relationship quality depends less on how you fight and more on how you react to good news. We cover the four-quadrant model of active-constructive responding, be
2026-06-20 · 27 min read #relationships#psychology#communication#positive-psychology#empathyThe Psychology of Humor — Why Do We Laugh?
Laughter is the oldest and strangest social signal humans possess. From incongruity resolution to superiority to the benign violation theory, we cheerfully dig into the science of why we laugh, with a dash of neuroscienc
2026-06-20 · 21 min read #culture#humor#psychology#laughter#benign-violationAttachment Styles and Dating — A Map for Understanding Yourself and Your Partner
Secure, anxious, avoidant. Attachment theory is a small map explaining why we act the way we do when we love. From the roots of the theory to the patterns we live out in dating, and the genuine hope that change is possib
2026-06-20 · 30 min read #relationships#attachment#psychology#dating#self-awarenessThe Science of Healthy Relationships — What Makes Couples Last
Couples who last are not lucky — they have different habits. From the Gottman Institute Four Horsemen to the magic 5-to-1 ratio, attachment theory, and the art of fighting kindly, here is what science reveals about lasti
2026-06-20 · 40 min read #relationships#psychology#gottman#attachment#communicationThe Harmony of Emotion and Reason: Think With Data, Feel As a Person
Good decisions come when cold data and warm intuition work together. From an engineer perspective, this essay covers the roles of emotion and reason, how to combine data-driven thinking with human intuition, practical to
2026-06-19 · 29 min read #self-improvement#decision-making#data-driven#emotion#rationalityMotivation Comes From People — Turning Desire Into Drive
More than half of any work is motivation. This is how I learned to connect healthy desire to learning and growth, why people move people, and how to design my own motivation system without becoming over-dependent on exte
2026-06-19 · 30 min read #motivation#self-determination#growth#habits#careerThe Trap of Day Trading and the Case for Long-Term Investing — Money Management That Protects Your Soul
The get-rich-quick mindset drains your growth energy. Here is how day trading conditions the brain, why long-term investing and compounding are stronger, and how to manage money while focusing on your craft and protectin
2026-06-19 · 30 min read #investing#long-term#psychology#money#cultureThe Psychology of Relationships & Emotional Intelligence (EQ) Guide -- The Science of Better Relationships
How are healthy relationships built? From attachment theory and emotional intelligence to active listening, conflict resolution, and boundary setting.
2026-04-12 · 17 min read #culture#psychology#relationships#eq#emotional-intelligenceIntroduction to Psychology — The Science of the Human Mind, from Cognitive Biases to Behavioral Economics
Why do humans act irrationally? A comprehensive guide covering cognitive biases, behavioral economics, motivation theories, psychotherapy, and neuroscience.
2026-04-12 · 21 min read #culture#psychology#cognitive-bias#behavioral-economics#mental-healthThe Science of Humor & How to Become a Diligent Person — The Secrets of Laughter and Execution
How does humor work? What do diligent people have in common? Exploring the scientific principles of humor and psychological methods for building execution ability.
2026-04-11 · 16 min read #culture#humor#diligence#psychology#productivityThe Art of Constructive Feedback: Science-Based Frameworks
Discover science-backed frameworks for giving effective feedback. Learn the SBI Model, Radical Candor, and the critical role of psychological safety in building a feedback-rich culture that drives growth and performance.
2026-03-17 · 10 min read #soft-skills#feedback#leadership#psychology#2026-03Turning Fun Psychology Tests into Self-Awareness: A Practical Playbook
A practical guide for turning popular workplace psychology tests from mere entertainment into genuine self-awareness and improved team communication.
2026-03-08 · 15 min read #psychology#self-awareness#habit#communication#historyMBTI Use and Misuse: A Practical Guide to Workplace Communication
A practical guide analyzing how to use MBTI correctly at work, common misuse patterns, type-specific communication strategies, and methods for improving team communication.
2026-03-08 · 17 min read #mbti#communication#workplace#psychology#historyFun Psychology Tests for Professionals: From Self-Understanding to Team Building
A practical guide introducing 10 validated psychology tests useful for the workplace, covering each test's principles, administration methods, result interpretation, and team building applications.
2026-03-08 · 22 min read #culture#psychology#workplace#team-building#self-development