Emotions and Social Networks

We’ve all either have told someone or have been told by someone that “this is not personal it’s business”. The concept of keeping personal stuff personal and work stuff at the workplace is now becoming a thing of the past. According to the Business Insider you can now throw caution to the wind and blur the…

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Scared to Death…Literally. The Emotion of Fear

Scientists have been studying fear for quite some time and it is a fact that you can be “scared to death”.  NPR has reported on the phenomenon of Voodoo Death as doctors refer to it. Dr. Martin Samuels interviewed with NPR and this is some of what he said: Well, it’s a strong emotional reaction…

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Language of Political Aggression- 2012

Many of us get into heated debates whenever politics are involved.  But what can be said about political candidates and leaders and their aggressiveness?  Many campaigns and debates turn into  all out battles when a candidate is referring to their opponent or even groups that they don’t really  like. Want to know the secrets behind…

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The Future of Deception

How is our ever changing  world changing us?  Social scientist and former Canadian customs officer, Jeff Hancock, dissects deception in his TED Talk:  “The Future of Lying”. He defines certain lies as a relationship, and that in such a connected world with the Internet, cell phones, Skype etc., we are able to get in touch…

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