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Why Boring Conversations Are More Interesting Than We Think

New research suggests that it’s not just about the subject of a conversation that matters. It’s the connection that comes out of it.

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What if looking back can make your life feel richer?

Fascinating new research suggests that deliberately looking back at specific memories can boost our sense of psychological richness.

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Why walking helps us think more creatively

Studies show that walking – outdoors or even indoors stimulates creative thinking.

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Why Losing Yourself in Something Feels So Good

Flow is characterised by intense concentration, a reduced awareness of ourselves, and sometimes a changed sense of time. When we’re not looking for happiness, sometimes it finds us.

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