Kristen French
Americans Don’t Seem to Enjoy Negotiating
Even when they have to pay more to avoid it
How to Tell if Someone’s Really Listening
The eyes adjust to help us focus as we chat
Why Does My Lettuce Go Bad so Fast?
What happens when nature has a leaky raincoat
This Meal Might Bring You to Tears
Experimental psychologist Charles Spence on how our senses shape how we eat
Which Country Is Most Narcissistic?
It’s not the United States
Does Your Personality Put You At a Higher Risk of Dying?
Taking stock of your foibles could extend your life
What Makes Someone Good at Reading the Room?
Those who have this special skill may be better at weighing ambiguous cues
Science Says … Laughter Is Contagious
Ha ha ha ha ha ha ha
How Animals Navigate Darkness
Mouse brains perform a clever mechanism to count their steps and keep them on track
The Silver Lining in Disappointment
It triggers a reaction in the brains of mice that helps them change their behavior