Too Cute to Resist: How Design Influences Behavior
Do cute products sell better? To explore this question, researchers measured the effect of cute, playful and whimsical products on consumption and indulgence.
Test participants...
The Power of Inspiration
Can a role model really make a difference? Absolutely. Having someone to look up to who models positive behavior builds resilience. Studies show that adolescents with...
Grin as You Gray
Few relish the thought of getting older. What is there to look forward to? Everything we hear about it is accompanied by the word...
Is Your Tiny Screen Bad for Your Self-Esteem?
There are a thousand reasons to put down your cell phone. Not only does it lead to smartphone face (the saggy jowls plastic surgeons...
The Upside of Failing
Sara Blakely is the queen of the undergarment industry. Without any experience in retail or business and very little cash, she founded Spanx when...
Can You Teach Yourself to Be More Optimistic?
The benefits of optimism cannot be ignored. Optimism is associated with vitality, positive moods, increased well-being, better mental and physical health and less anxiety...