Sandbagging is used in competitive sports, careers and even social situations. It’s a form of manipulation used to gain the upper hand, and it's subtly devious. I became familiar with sandbagging some years ago. This form of manipulation is unlike any other tactic used by narcissists and toxic individuals. In…
Studies suggest that high emotional intelligence is more important than IQ in creating success. And certain personal traits indicate an above average EQ. It is not only success that is more likely for those with high emotional intelligence. Research indicates that people with this trait are also likely to have better relationships and be…
A training programme focused on the phenomenon of synesthesia was found to increase IQ with an average of 12 points. Used to express the intellectual capabilities of an individual, an IQ score is often regarded as the ultimate number that expresses your intellect and creativity. Having this in mind, it's…
As we progress into the fall and winter of our lives some of our cognitive functions begin to sharpen and some began to decline. Do you feel your age? Most of us do not, but time catches up to us all at some point. What we could do in the…
Being a successful student doesn't mean that you will also become successful in life. In fact, there are many examples that prove quite the contrary. “Go to college, get a degree, and pursue a career in your field – that is the real success!” Most students, both from high school and…
My depressed brain is a hindrance in my daily life. I find it hard to function and complete the simplest tasks. But, on the other hand, my brain won’t slow down for anybody or anything. I ponder so many things as I gaze out at the greenery, completely covering the…
If you seek to become smarter, taking up regular writing activities is a good place to start. Multiple studies have shown that writing regularly makes you smarter, as it helps you make sense of your everyday world and sort through the jumble of your thoughts. Here's how it can make…
It may seem unbelievable, but the girl in the picture has a higher IQ score than Albert Einstein and Stephen Hawking. On the surface, Nicole Barr looks like just an ordinary 12-year-old girl. She enjoys playing soccer, performs in Shakespeare plays in schools and loves singing. However, she's also the…
