As a follower of this blog, you are probably pretty aware of universal emotions, but how do these relate to microexpressions? Some psychologists see microexpressions as undermining the case for basic emotions, but 2014 research conducted by Humintell’s Dr. David Matsumoto and Dr. Hyisung C. Hwang works to refute this misconception. By generating images showcasing…
Read MoreWhy Try to Read Others?
At Humintell, we certainly talk a lot about reading other people’s emotions, but why is this such a big deal? One obvious answer is that it is just really fascinating psychology, but there are also relevant and practical reasons to improve your ability to read microexpressions and other nonverbal cues. Not only are they particularly…
Read MoreDistractions from the Standing Desk
The idea of standing desks is certainly in vogue in the workplace, but is it the best choice? Proponents point out that sitting for too long can have serious health problems, and many people even argue that standing at one’s desk can help boost productivity. While there may be some truth in this trendy approach,…
Read MoreWhy Do We Smile?
You’ve probably heard that when you’re smiling, the whole world smiles with you. In reality, that’s not exactly the case. According to researchers, Americans smile more than residents of other countries, and those other countries don’t seem eager to follow our grins. For some, persistent American smiling can be disconcerting. To learn more, we talked…
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