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The Power of Psychological Anchors
Psychological anchors are powerful influences over our decisions and perceptions. They are everywhere and we rarely even notice them.
Mar 13 min read
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Micro-Dosing Joy: A Simple Brain Hack to Beat Stress
Stress is an inevitable part of life. But for some, it’s a major distraction. The good news is there is a simple brain hack to combat it.
Feb 263 min read
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Step away from the Keyboard and Pick up a Pen: Handwriting Rewires Your Brain
Putting pen to paper does more than just record your thoughts. It actually rewires your brain and improves cognition and memory!
Feb 253 min read
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The Science of Hospitality: Danny Meyer’s Recipe for Success
At Danny Meyer’s Union Square Hospitality Group (USHG) restaurants, hospitality is not just a service—it’s a psychological experience.
Feb 244 min read
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How Menu Fonts Secretly Shape What You Order (and Spend!)
Fonts are silent storytellers. They set the tone, evoke emotions, and communicate the restaurant’s personality before you even read a word.
Feb 223 min read
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Turn Negative Reviews Into Loyal Guests
Negative restaurant reviews— a manager's nightmare, right? Not always. Savvy restaurateurs use psychology to create marketing opportunities.
Feb 203 min read
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The Psychological Power of the 'Goal Gradient Effect'
Whether we realize it or not, successful brands have mastered the art of nudging us towards our goals. It's called the goal gradient effect.
Feb 173 min read
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The Fake Dopamine Trap
Our world is built to flood your brain with fake dopamine. The problem is fake dopamine burns out quickly and keeps you chasing another hit.
Feb 133 min read
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Microdecisions: Little Choices that Make a Huge Difference
In our fast-paced world, we often overlook the small choices we make every day. But these microdecisions have a huge impact on our lives.
Feb 14 min read
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Hedonic Adaptation: Why Money Won't Buy Happiness
Maybe you've dreamed about how happy you'd be winning the lottery. Not so fast... Research shows that material possessions and financial gains only give us a temporary boost in happiness.
Feb 14 min read
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The Spotlight Effect: How to Stop Thinking Everyone Is Watching You
The human brain is wired for self-relevance. When we evaluate social situations, our default setting is to assume people are watching us.
Jan 312 min read
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