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  • Aug 2024

    The Comparison Trap: Why We Can't Stop Measuring Ourselves Against Others

    By Emily Towner Aug 5, 2024 · 1 min
    Psychology
    social mediamental healthsocial psychologydigital wellbeing
    The Comparison Trap: Why We Can't Stop Measuring Ourselves Against Others

    “Comparison is the thief of joy.” It’s a nice quote, but telling people to stop comparing themselves to others is like telling them to stop breathing. Social comparison is fundamental to how humans work.

  • Jul 2024

    Why Notifications Make Us Anxious (And What To Do About It)

    By Emily Towner Jul 12, 2024 · 1 min
    Psychology
    digital wellbeingmental healthscreen timedecision making
    Why Notifications Make Us Anxious (And What To Do About It)

    That little red badge. The buzz in your pocket. The preview flashing on your screen. Notifications are designed to grab attention—and they’re remarkably good at it. But at what cost?

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