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Psychomythology: 10 Common Myths About the Mind

The Greek philosopher, Aristotle believed the heart organ was the center of emotions. Phrenologists were convinced that bumps on the human skull correlated with cognitive ability. Misconceptions about the human mind have always existed, and many commonplace beliefs once thought to be true, would be considered laughable now. The domain of psychology in particular has…
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5 Scientific Facts About the Introvert Brain

Coined by Carl Jung in the early 20th century, the terms “introversion” and “extroversion” have gained widespread popularity thanks to the prevalence of human personality theories in online circles.  Questionnaires such as the Myers–Briggs Type Indicator or Raymond Cattell’s 16 personality factors make use of the concepts, making them well-known among those who seek to…
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7 Misunderstood Bad Guys Who Are (Kind of) Right

You know how fiction goes—good guys, bad guys, maybe a couple of explosions here and then. Good guys save the day, the conflict ends, and the credits roll. But what about the bad guys? Well, they are defeated and punished for their actions. In certain stories, they may even go through a redemption arc, after…
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6 of the Most Infamous Cults in History

It’s in human nature to believe in something. Whether it is a moral code, a faith, a system, or a person, we all seek to identify ourselves with a concept and guide our rationale around it. Sadly, unscrupulous people take advantage of this aspect of human nature, making way to the establishment of cults. By…
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The Most Horrible People in History of Each Zodiac Sign

Our world has seen tragedy come in many different forms: from wars and genocides to riots, killing sprees, famines, serial killers, etc. Unfortunately, throughout history some criminal minds got so corrupted that they advocated crime to levels we can’t even fathom, causing wreaked havoc on humanity and redefining the meaning of word evil. It is…
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The MBTI Types of Harry Potter Characters

THE “HARRY POTTER” CHARACTERS THAT SHARE YOUR MYERS-BRIGGS TYPE. Harry Potter boasts of a diverse cast as rich as the magic showcased. With such a vast repertoire of personalities, it’s only predictable every Myers-Briggs type has a flattering representation amidst the students and teachers within Hogwarts. Visiting the sorting hat and figuring out your house…
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6 Best Paying Careers For the INTP

As one of the most academically proficient MBTI types, the INTP personality has great potential for scoring a high earning career. According to a national sample, INTPs  report a preference for jobs that provide a variety of tasks, allow them to work independently and distinguish themselves through achievement. Additionally, INTPs express the highest rate of…
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7 Great Places to Live For Introverts

Being an introvert can sometimes be tough and it certainly doesn’t help much if you are an introvert living in a big city like New York or Los Angeles! When there are crowds of people everywhere, things can get a bit overwhelming so it is best that you choose your home town wisely! If you are an…
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6 Signs Of High Intelligence That May Surprise You

Science is always uprooting our understanding of how the mind works. The field of neuroscience, in particular, has taken some common notions about intelligence, and turned them right on their head. Here are 9 surprising signs of high intelligence according to science.