by Aseem Gupta | Feb 24, 2020 | Psychology
We often rely on averages to simplify complex realities. They’re an easy tool for communicating a sense of normalcy or expectation in a messy and unpredictable world. But what happens when extremes skew the average? What happens when a few outliers distort the picture...
by Aseem Gupta | Feb 24, 2020 | Psychology
The fall of the Carolingian Empire in the ninth century left Europe in turmoil. Power-hungry rulers, from counts and commanders to knights, fought incessantly for control, turning their lands into battlefields. The brutality that accompanied these power struggles was...
by Aseem Gupta | Feb 24, 2020 | Psychology
For weeks, you’ve been working tirelessly on a presentation that could determine your career trajectory. The PowerPoint slides are immaculate, the data in Excel is flawless, and the pitch itself is a masterpiece of logic and persuasion. The stakes are high: a green...
by Aseem Gupta | Feb 23, 2020 | Psychology
In a world full of uncertainties, the simple word “because” holds remarkable power. From trivial requests to complex situations, justifying our actions with a reason—no matter how insignificant—can smooth over challenges, reduce frustration, and ease social...
by Aseem Gupta | Feb 23, 2020 | Psychology
The saying “Live each day as if it were your last” is one of those timeless adages that seem to pop up in self-help books, lifestyle articles, and motivational speeches with relentless frequency. At first glance, it sounds profound—encouraging us to...
