Discover how the anchoring effect subtly influences your choices. Learn how this psychological bias works and ways to make more informed decisions.
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Discover how the anchoring effect subtly influences your choices. Learn how this psychological bias works and ways to make more informed decisions.
Forget the camera analogy! Learn how your memory actually works – a fascinating reconstructive process that shapes how you recall the past.
Explore how oxytocin, the “love hormone,” influences relationships, trust, and connection. Learn how it shapes family bonds, friendships, and even our wider social circles.
Ever feel like the years are whizzing by? There’s a scientific reason why time feels faster as you age. Discover the proportionality theory of time perception.
Does the language you speak change how you see the world? Explore the intriguing link between language, perception, and the way we think.
Ever assume someone was smart or kind just because they were beautiful? Learn about the halo effect and how attractiveness secretly shapes your perceptions.
Think you’re in control of your choices? Think again. Discover the surprising power of your subconscious mind and how it secretly shapes your decisions.
Discover the surprising link between your gut bacteria and your mood. Learn how a healthy gut microbiome could hold the key to a happier, calmer you.
Discover how meditation can physically reshape your brain. Boost focus, manage stress, and unlock mental superpowers through the power of mindfulness.
Discover the fascinating connection between dreams and memory. Does your sleep hold the key to a sharper mind and unlocking forgotten experiences? Join us on ‘Know Yourself’ to explore the science behind it.
Discover the meaning and usage of the word “confluence.” Learn when it’s appropriate to use, when it’s not, and see examples that demonstrate its application in various contexts.
Discover the meaning and usage of the idiom “biting the hand that feeds you.” Learn when it’s appropriate to use, when it’s not, and see examples that bring this expression to life.
Explore the essentials of marketing and branding in the modern business world. Discover the power of personal branding, influencer marketing, content creation, digital advertising trends, and data analytics in building a successful brand strategy.
Improve your English listening skills and learn about climate change, and many other topics in our series with extra vocabulary, discussion and a quiz.
If you really think you’ve hit your limit and you can’t get any better, think again. There’s always a way for us to reach new heights…
Explore the limitless potential for growth, the art of gift-giving, and the essence of happiness in this week’s English Plus Digest Podcast. Dive into the passionate poetry of Pablo Neruda, unravel the complexities of love, and discover the life lessons hidden in baseball. Join us for a journey of discovery and inspiration.