Author: Lachlan Brown

I’m Lachlan Brown, the founder, and editor of Hack Spirit. I love writing practical articles that help others live a mindful and better life. I have a graduate degree in Psychology and I’ve spent the last 15 years reading and studying all I can about human psychology and practical ways to hack our mindsets. Check out my latest book on the Hidden Secrets of Buddhism and How it Saved My Life. If you want to get in touch with me, hit me up on Facebook or Twitter.
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People who are friendly on the surface but evil underneath often display these 9 subtle behaviors

There’s a world of difference between people who are genuinely kind and those who only seem friendly, but have darker intentions.

This difference is often subtle, hidden beneath a veneer of smiles and pleasant conversation.

It’s these folks, who seem nice on the surface but are actually harmful underneath, that we need to watch out …

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7 things a master manipulator will do when they realize they can’t control you

Master manipulators are a different breed. They thrive on control and power, but what happens when they realize they can’t manipulate you?

Manipulation is all about concealment. It’s about getting you to do what the manipulator wants, but without letting you in on their real intentions.

But hey, not everyone’s a pushover, right? When a …

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If someone uses these 9 phrases in a conversation, they have a toxic personality

There’s a distinct line between having a strong personality and a toxic one.

This difference often boils down to respect. A person with a strong personality can be assertive without disrespecting the feelings or opinions of others.

However, a toxic person will often bulldoze through conversation, disregarding anyone else’s input entirely. Usually, they’ll use certain …

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People who grew up reading a lot of fiction books usually have these 9 unique traits

There’s something special about people who’ve spent their childhoods buried in the pages of a good fiction book.

These folks might seem like any other, but they harbor unique traits that set them apart. Traits that have been shaped by the worlds they’ve explored and characters they’ve met in their books.

Brimming with imagination, empathy, …

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10 ways to show you’re smart without saying a word, according to psychology

There’s a subtle art to conveying your intelligence without uttering a single word.

It’s all about how you carry yourself, the way you act, and the choices you make in certain situations. It’s not about tricking people into thinking you’re smart, it’s about showing them.

Psychology, that wonderful science of the mind, provides us with …