Of Leaders and Traits

Attachment

How Our Early Bonds May Explain Political Divides

Jon Gruda Ph.D. on February 26, 2024

Where psychology meets politics: Discover how our early relationships shape the very fabric of political cooperation and personal interactions in a divided world.

Narcissism

Mirror on America: Narcissism's Health Paradox

Jon Gruda Ph.D. on January 26, 2024

Think you know all about narcissism? Discover how the pursuit of self-love and admiration can have unexpected health benefits and drawbacks on a national scale.

Dark Triad

The Dark Triad: Not All Gloom and Doom

Jon Gruda Ph.D. on December 12, 2023

When narcissism, Machiavellianism, and psychopathy become assets. Find out more about the surprising benefits hidden in the Dark Triad traits.

Career

The 7 Percent Mystery: What Really Counts as a Pay Raise?

Jon Gruda Ph.D. on November 29, 2023

Why aren't you excited about your pay raise? The 7 Percent Rule and its unexpected impact on employee satisfaction.

Artificial Intelligence

AI or Not, Here Faith Comes: AI and Spiritual Beliefs

Jon Gruda Ph.D. on November 23, 2023

Is AI at odds with human spirituality, or can it be a tool to support it? Recent research has started to answer this complex, intriguing question.

Wisdom

Living vs. Learning: The Wisdom Within

Jon Gruda Ph.D. on October 16, 2023

Is age synonymous with wisdom? Discover the transformative power of reflection and its role in attaining true wisdom.

Personality

Does Your Favorite Color Reveal Anything About You?

Jon Gruda Ph.D. on October 9, 2023

Are color-based personality tests a window to our soul—or just a colorful mirage? Unravel the truths and myths here.

Leadership

How to Cope with Bad Bosses

Jon Gruda Ph.D. on October 4, 2023

Ever encountered a bad boss? How did you cope?

Anxiety

Why Anxiety Could Help You Perform Better

Jon Gruda Ph.D. on June 29, 2023

New research finds that anxiety can fuel athletic triumph and it could benefit you in real life as well, if you can change your perception of it.

Media

Titanic Effect: Emotional Contagion Shapes Media Coverage

Jon Gruda Ph.D. on June 27, 2023

Decoding how emotional contagion influenced the media's fascination with the Titan submersible.

Happiness

Purpose in Action: Lessons from a Hollywood Icon

Jon Gruda Ph.D. on June 20, 2023

"Stay Busy. Be Useful." Explore how Arnold Schwarzenegger's motto ties to purpose, happiness, and resilience.

Narcissism

Narcissism: A Game Changer in Corporate Fundraising?

Jon Gruda Ph.D. on June 14, 2023

Discover how grandiose narcissism, often seen as a negative trait, can surprisingly fuel corporate fundraising success.

Machiavellianism

How Machiavellianism Sways College Major Selection

Jon Gruda Ph.D. on June 7, 2023

Are power-hungry students drawn to certain academic fields? A journey into the psychology of college major choices.