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Popular Science Blog 25-02-2019
Nowadays, the annual Oscar Gala has become a global celebration of cinema. It is an event full of glitz and glamour attended by artists and celebrities from around the world...
Read morePsyche Space 31-01-2019
What makes for a good, satisfying, and happy life? This is one of the key questions that everyone ponders. In what parts is the good life a result of external...
Read morePsyche Space 07-12-2018
The contemporary man is quite well and his ego is in a good shape. Today, men do not have to embody patriarchal values and wear bushy beards to be regarded...
Read morePsyche Space 23-11-2018
Are communication and mutual acceptance sufficient to provide a foundation for friendship? What glues people together? What is the role of friendship in life and what is the essence of...
Read morePsyche Space 21-11-2018
December is conducive to looking back at the year that was. It is a time for a little bit of soul searching and summarizing what went well and what could...
Read morePsyche Space 09-11-2018
Dark (or hidden) acts of animal cruelty are defined as acts of violence against animals that have never been reported, hence have not been registered. These undisclosed acts are an...
Read morePsyche Space 26-10-2018
Many adults, when they re-evaluate their lives, reject stereotypes imposed by the society and while reliving “the second youth”, they go back to the authenticity of adolescence. Przemysław Staroń, psychologist...
Read morePsyche Space 11-10-2018
What role do fathers play in upbringing of their children? Fathers do not have to be second-class caretakers, who are “called upon to serve” only when mothers or grandmothers are...
Read morePsyche Space 28-09-2018
We all need other people and we need to have meaningful relationships with others. Research shows that children, who do not have any contact with other people die. Social isolation...
Read morePsyche Space 14-09-2018
Are men supposed to love blindly and fall head over heels in love with women? Should they provide closeness and support or should they dominate in the relationship? Do women...
Read morePsyche Space 29-08-2018
Fondness or dislike, respect or a sense of injustice – schools, like theatres, are places where spectacles are performed daily. Teachers and students play assigned roles. The problem is that...
Read morePsyche Space 17-08-2018
Procrastination - we all are guilty of this vice. Missed deadlines are only some of the consequences of putting things off. Procrastination also influences the quality of work. To be...
Read morePsyche Space 02-08-2018
Undoubtedly, life in highly developed countries provides many benefits and conveniences. However, the things that make our lives easier and more comfortable in many areas, often lead to serious health...
Read morePsyche Space 31-07-2018
Health psychology is concerned with understanding how psychological, behavioral, and cultural factors contribute to physical health and illness. Health psychologists aim to increase both the quality of life and the...
Read morePsyche Space 31-07-2018
Building sustainable and well-functioning communities is one of the primary keys to the development of the modern society. Community development seeks to empower individuals and groups of people by providing...
Read morePsyche Space 20-07-2018
From the moment you are born, you are surrounded by voices expressing opinions and points of view. Some of these opinions are helpful, they warn you about potential dangers, while...
Read morePsyche Space 13-07-2018
There is nothing wrong with setting high standards, but the standards become a problem when they are not attainable. What is perfectionism? Is it helpful or harmful in life? Is...
Read morePsyche Space 06-07-2018
Nowadays, success is the key to a fulfilled life. Although people are not able to define exactly what kind of success they have in mind, they believe that achieving success...
Read morePsyche Space 22-06-2018
Too often people tend to interpret ambiguous situations as threats. They try to be vigilant and prepared in advance. How many people swear by the rule that it is better...
Read morePsyche Space 08-06-2018
In Poland, only 19 percent of couples who experience infertility seeks medical help. The majority does not undertake any steps, which would bring them closer to the desired pregnancy. They...
Read morePsyche Space 25-05-2018
Mindfulness is the latest fad in the sphere of personal development. As every trend, it becomes a subject to marketing, trivialization and mythologizing. But skillfully applied practice of mindfulness helps...
Read morePsyche Space 10-05-2018
Healthy egoism helps you to become self-aware and in this process become authentic. Being authentic means accepting your own weaknesses and sensitivities. Perhaps the main thing in the process of...
Read morePsyche Space 27-04-2018
Human emotions are an ecosystem. To stay healthy you need emotional diversity. In other words, you need an authentic life that is rich in various emotions. The ability to experience...
Read morePsyche Space 18-04-2018
Learning theories try to understand how the learning process works. Psychology of learning is a discipline of science that studies how the process of learning impacts human behavior. At SWPS...
Read morePsyche Space 13-04-2018
An everyday hero is a person who is ready to help others in need and who defends moral principles regardless of the potential cost or danger. Why is it difficult...
Read morePsyche Space 16-03-2018
Fear is a useful mechanism. It allows you to endure and, although it seems counterintuitive, it ensures that you stay safe. Fear underlines instinctive safety mechanisms, such as hitting the...
Read morePsyche Space 02-03-2018
Every webpage you visit, your online purchases, the songs you listen to on the internet, pages you follow on Facebook or any likes you leave under posts on social media...
Read morePsyche Space 30-01-2018
What learning techniques can you use to read and memorize information quickly? How can you develop your creativity and innovative thinking? In his lecture at SWPS University,Tony Buzan the inventor...
Read morePsyche Space 25-01-2018
Do you know someone who uses mathematical calculations to choose the type of jam for their morning toast and is never guided by emotions? If you do, then this person...
Read morePsyche Space 24-01-2018
The more you work the more productive you are. It seems logical. If it takes X minutes to produce Y number of products then one should be able to produce...
Read morePsyche Space 22-01-2018
During his school years, Thomas Edison was not the best student nor was he a teachers’ pet, but this had not stopped him from becoming one of the most renowned...
Read morePsyche Space 18-01-2018
All people have a need to develop an emotional relationship with another person. A close relationship provides a feeling of safety and of being important to someone else. Psychologists agree...
Read morePsyche Space 11-01-2018
Everyone dreams of having a satisfying job that is tailored to their needs and capabilities. But how many people actually do have such jobs? Professor Roman Cieślak and dr Anna...
Read morePsyche Space 03-01-2018
The beginning of a new year is conducive to soul searching, looking back at the year that was and making resolutions to improve oneself or one’s life. However, the new...
Read morePsyche Space 12-12-2017
Making a permanent change in your life requires stepping out of your comfort zone. It demands effort and sacrifice that come not only from your willingness to put in the...
Read morePsyche Space 29-11-2017
Is it better to give or to receive? Does an ideal present, perfect for everyone, exist? Ewa Jarczewska-Gerc, Ph.D., social psychologist from SWPS University talks about problems, choices and motivations...
Read morePsyche Space 28-11-2017
Psychologists often note, that mutual exchanges of social support are an important aspect of personal strength and wellbeing. Everyone has a network of relationships with other people which they build...
Read morePopular Science Blog 16-11-2017
A job interview is a stressful situation. Even a well-prepared candidate may be surprised with an unexpected question. Should you answer all questions during a job interview? What should you...
Read morePopular Science Blog 10-11-2017
The existing laws and regulations are not aligned with the current development of new technologies, which generate gaps in personal information protection systems, with an ever accelerating speed. Businesses face...
Read morePsyche Space 06-11-2017
Your goal is your North Star. It is the reward at the end of the road, but it is also the beginning of the road. A well-defined goal provides strong...
Read morePsyche Space 02-11-2017
Procrastination, excuses, and overcommitting are some of the methods of self-sabotage. Professor Dariusz Doliński, social psychologist from SWPS University in Wrocław, explains why some people focus their efforts on impeding...
Read morePsyche Space 27-10-2017
According to research conducted by Jean Williams and Jasna Jovanovic and reported in Sexuality and Culture in 2015, over the past twenty years, non-monogamous relationships have become mainstream. Will these...
Read morePsyche Space 25-10-2017
The word “victim” is often associated with women. And the perpetrator is commonly thought of as a HE, a man, who evolutionary is programmed to hunt, conquer and be violent...
Read morePsyche Space 23-10-2017
According to the 2013 survey conducted by the Public Opinion Research Center (CBOS), as many as 72 per cent of Poles opposes commercialization of holidays. Despite this opposition, many people...
Read morePsyche Space 29-09-2017
Effective learning means working smarter not harder. Professor Czesław Nosal, psychologists from the Wrocław Faculty of Psychology at SWPS University explains how to study to get the best results and...
Read morePsyche Space 11-09-2017
“Be yourself” is a popular tenet of the Western culture. According to this viewpoint, to have a good life and garner admiration of others one must live in harmony with...
Read morePsyche Space 31-08-2017
The end of vacation and the return to your daily routine and the usual responsibilities may cause uneasy emotions. Joanna Gutral, psychologist from SWPS University, explains how to deal with...
Read morePsyche Space 22-08-2017
What motivates people? What makes them venture into uncharted territories despite doubts and apprehension? What pushes people to constantly experiment? Why do people look for new solutions when they could...
Read morePopular Science Blog 10-08-2017
When the weather gets warmer and temperatures rise, leaving your pet in the car, even for a few minutes, may result in tragic consequences. Unfortunately during the summer, the number...
Read morePopular Science Blog 07-08-2017
The development of technology has always been one of the key factors of entrepreneurship growth, but who are the modern day entrepreneurs and how they succeed? Magdalena Kubów, management and...
Read morePsyche Space 25-07-2017
In today’s fast-paced 24/7 world that never unplugs, there are so many responsibilities, tasks and online distractions that tend to creep up on the time previously spent on exercise, cooking...
Read morePsyche Space 24-07-2017
These days more and more experts suggest that to enjoy your vacation and to fully experience the beauty and richness of the world, you need to log out and unplug...
Read morePsyche Space 21-07-2017
How do you define kindness? Most people would intuitively answer that being kind means doing nice things for other people. Others might add that kindness includes being kind to oneself...
Read morePsyche Space 19-07-2017
A popular belief is that high earnings are the most important aspect of job satisfaction. However, research shows that although the salary is a significant factor of professional happiness, it...
Read morePsyche Space 13-07-2017
Self-esteem is a very important aspect our wellbeing. It affects the way we look at our achievements and relationships and it impacts the way we perceive our future. High self-esteem...
Read morePsyche Space 21-06-2017
Every day we make choices. Most of the time, we make decisions about insignificant things, such as: latte or cappuccino, white shirt or blue shirt. However, from time to time...
Read morePsyche Space 14-06-2017
“Procrastination is like a credit card: it's a lot of fun until you get the bill” – this apt and humorous simile was coined by an actor Christopher Parker. Many...
Read morePsyche Space 01-06-2017
During my flight to Earth, my spacecraft crashed into an asteroid. Its parts scattered all over the world and now children help me find them. This is a story of...
Read morePopular Science Blog 14-12-2016
In Pakistan, torn by internal conflicts, radical Islamic groups are growing in strength. They often use the so called “blasphemy laws” as the justification for brutal attacks on their victims...
Read morePopular Science Blog 18-11-2016
In today’s economy, companies that know how to attract and keep well qualified employees are the most successful. The task of finding the best talent with great potential is a...
Read morePsyche Space 01-11-2016
November is a month of remembrance in many countries. North American nations celebrate Memorial Day and Remembrance Day, which are devoted to commemorating fallen soldiers and surviving veterans. Catholics around...
Read morePsyche Space 17-10-2016
Professor Mark Snyder, social psychologist from the University of Minnesota, joked that he would not like to have a boss who seasoned his meals prior to tasting the food. Why?...
Read morePsyche Space 19-01-2016
A study conducted in a group of children, has shown that handling money may reduce helpfulness and generosity, but increase perseverance and effort applied to difficult tasks. The study was...
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