cognitive psychology

Highly intelligent people tend to have these 8 unusual habits, according to psychology

GSAP Staff / March 30, 2026

When we picture “highly intelligent people,” it’s easy to imagine textbook smarts—high grades, academic awards, impressive careers. But intelligence often shows itself in subtler ways, through everyday habits that don’t always look like brilliance at first glance. In my own life, some of the smartest people I’ve met didn’t lead with big words or credentials. … Continue reading "Highly intelligent people tend to have these 8 unusual habits, according to psychology"

Psychology says people who reread books display these 9 uncommon mental habits

GSAP Staff / March 30, 2026

I used to think rereading was a waste of time. Why go back when there are so many shiny new books shouting for attention? Then I started revisiting a few “old friends”—a dog-eared novel from my twenties, a mindfulness classic I’d underlined to death, and a leadership book I’d initially skimmed. What surprised me wasn’t … Continue reading "Psychology says people who reread books display these 9 uncommon mental habits"

Psychology explains why some people feel mentally busy even in complete silence

GSAP Staff / March 24, 2026

It’s a familiar scenario: You’re sitting in a silent room, but your mind is racing with thoughts, worries, and to-do lists. The external world is...