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 tend to succeed when the odds are against them usually display these 8 unique traits, says psychology

Have you ever wondered, what makes certain individuals rise above challenges that seem impossible to overcome?

As a mindfulness enthusiast and Hack Spirit founder, I’ve always been fascinated by this.

Psychology reveals that people who consistently succeed against the odds share specific traits that set them apart. These individuals don’t just survive adversity—they use it …

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People who overthink everything in life usually display these 9 habits (without realizing it)

Overthinking can be a tricky habit to spot, especially when you’re the one doing it. It’s like a silent puppeteer, subtly pulling the strings of your behavior without you even realizing it.

What’s fascinating, though, is that overthinkers often share common habits. Habits that, once you know what to look for, can reveal the overthinker …

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8 signs a man is self-centered and has very little empathy, according to psychology

There’s a fine line between being confident and being self-centered.

The tricky part? Spotting the signs that someone has crossed that line.

You see, truly self-centered individuals often lack empathy, making it hard for them to see things from another’s perspective. This can make relationships with them challenging and, at times, downright exhausting.

As Lachlan …

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People who struggle to stand up for themselves and be assertive usually had these 10 childhood experiences

It’s no secret that our childhood experiences shape who we become as adults. This especially applies to our ability to be assertive and stand up for ourselves.

Commonly, people who find it tough to assert themselves have had certain experiences in their formative years that have molded this behavior.

In this article, we’ll explore 10 …

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People who always give up at the first sight of hardship typically display these 8 behaviors (without realizing it)

I used to be the first one to throw in the towel when things got tough, convinced that quitting was easier than facing the challenge ahead.

It wasn’t until I started paying attention to my own patterns that I realized something surprising: my instinct to quit wasn’t just about the difficulty of the situation—it was …

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People who check their phone as soon as they wake up in the morning typically display these 8 traits, according to psychology

Do you grab your phone the second your eyes flutter open in the morning? I used to do it too. It’s a habit millions of us have, but what does it say about us?

Psychology has some interesting insights into this behavior. It turns out, people who check their phones immediately upon waking up often …