Curiosity is the drive for exploration and learning in humans and animals. It can be both a temporary state and a stable trait. Curiosity helps human development and drives progress in science and industry
Wink is a brief closure of one eye in informal non-verbal communication. It signals shared knowledge or intent but requires context. Can be used to indicate lies, teasing, or suggest jokes
Five main theories: biological, behavioral, psychodynamic, humanistic, and trait. Biological theories emphasize genetics and heredity. Behavioral theories focus on individual-environment interaction. Psychodynamic theories emphasize unconscious mind and childhood experiences. Humanist theories emphasize free will and personal growth
Self-talk is common and serves various purposes including problem-solving and motivation. Social isolation may increase the likelihood of external self-talk. Cognitive disruptions can trigger increased self-talk, especially during stressful situations
Positive thinking means approaching life challenges with a positive outlook. Optimistic thinkers credit themselves for good events and blame external factors for bad ones. Pessimistic thinkers blame themselves for bad events and view negative ones as permanent
Micro-expressions reveal true emotions beneath lies. Distressed liars draw eyebrows up and show forehead lines. People touch nose more when lying. Mouth covering and tense lips indicate distress