1. The Brain Can Process Images in 13 Milliseconds
Our brains recognize and interpret visual information faster than we realize, making images powerful tools for communication.
2. People Remember Emotional Events Better
Emotions enhance memory retention, which is why impactful moments tend to stay vivid in our minds.
3. The Placebo Effect Shows the Power of Belief
Believing in a treatment’s effectiveness can produce real physiological changes, even if the treatment is inactive.
4. Multitasking Lowers Productivity
Switching between tasks divides attention and reduces overall efficiency compared to focusing on one task at a time.
5. Humans Have a Negativity Bias
Negative experiences weigh more heavily on our minds than positive ones, influencing our thoughts and decisions.
6. Mirror Neurons Enable Empathy
These brain cells fire both when we perform an action and when we observe others doing the same, helping us understand emotions.
7. Social Rejection Triggers Physical Pain Areas
Feeling excluded activates brain regions associated with physical pain, showing how deeply social connection matters.
8. Our Working Memory Can Hold 7±2 Items
There’s a limit to how much information we can actively process at once, impacting learning and decision-making.
9. The “Halo Effect” Affects Judgments
Our overall impression of a person influences how we perceive their specific traits, often leading to biased judgments.
10. Cognitive Dissonance Causes Mental Discomfort
Holding conflicting beliefs or actions creates discomfort, motivating us to change attitudes or behaviors to restore harmony.
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