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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8 ways to shut down a narcissist without saying a word, according to psychology

Navigating interactions with a narcissist can be a challenging task. Especially when their behavior is designed to manipulate and dominate any conversation.

But what if you could powerfully put them in their place, without uttering a single word? Sounds empowering, doesn’t it?

Well, psychology offers us some insightful tactics to effectively ‘shut down’ a narcissist, …

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If a woman uses these 10 phrases in a conversation, she’s a master at playing mind games

There’s a fine line between being persuasive and playing mind games.

When someone is playing mind games, they’re not just influencing your choices, they’re controlling them. They’re subtly pulling the strings to get their desired outcome, often without you even realizing it.

However, when it comes to women, this art of manipulation can be even …

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8 signs you have a tiresome personality that many people find uncomfortable to be around

There’s a fine line between being an interesting conversationalist and becoming a drain on others.

When you’re the latter, people may find your company tiring, even if they don’t openly admit it.

Are you the one who’s making things uncomfortable? It’s not always easy to know, but there are some tell-tale signs.

In this article, …

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People who never move forward in life usually display these 10 patterns of behavior

There’s a significant difference between people who constantly evolve and those who seem to be stuck in a rut. The difference? It’s all about patterns of behavior.

Hi, I’m Lachlan Brown, founder of Hack Spirit and an expert in mindfulness and Buddhism. Through my work, I’ve noticed that those who never move forward in life …

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People who think they’re smarter than they actually are usually display these 9 subtle behaviors

We all know someone who seems to think they’re a cut above the rest. They’re always boasting or subtly implying that they’re the brain of the operation. But is their intelligence really as impressive as they make it out to be?

In reality, people who think they’re smarter than they actually are tend to exhibit …

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If a man uses these 10 phrases in a conversation, he sees you as someone he can manipulate

There’s a fine line between influencing and manipulating. It all comes down to intention.

When a man manipulates you, he’s trying to make you do what he wants, often concealing his true motives.

In contrast, when a man influences you, he respects your autonomy, yet might suggest a more beneficial course of action.

Recognizing manipulation …

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7 things classy people never reveal about themselves to others, according to psychology

There’s a fine line between being open and oversharing, especially when it comes to maintaining a sense of class.

Class, in this context, isn’t about wealth or style. It’s about the way you carry yourself—the aura of confidence and mystery you maintain.

Psychology suggests that classy people have a knack for keeping certain things to …