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A funny thing happened on the way to romance: How humor influences romantic relationship initiation

... a flirting disaster and to grow in our understanding of social dynamics, we can take a closer look at the role humor plays in romantic ... E. K. (1993). Integrating evolutionary and social exchange perspectives on relationships: Effects of gender , self-appraisal, ... / more

Keeping the spark alive: The role of sexual communal motivation

... during sex and sexual satisfaction. Journal of Social and Personal Relationships ,   30, 270-292. ... M.S. & Mills, J. (1979).  Interpersonal attraction in exchange and communal  relationships.   Journal of Personality and ... / more

When having meaning in life helps – and why

... that uncertainty, we have developed justifying beliefs and social arrangements that make us feel better about life.  We structure life ... in life can help you justify dealing with stress now in exchange for future pay-offs.  However, having meaning in life is not the ... / more

Going the Extra Mile at Work: Helpful or Harmful?

... to be formally linked to rewards, and promote a positive social and psychological climate [ ii ] . As noted, these discretionary ... behaviors and establish themselves as a generous social exchange partner as a means to gain social status and prestige in the workplace ... / more

That's cringe! – Wait a minute. What is cringe?

... about bad commercials [1] or young people discussing social media content [2]. So, what exactly is cringe? The Urban ... would accept the threat of vicarious embarrassment in exchange for fun and entertainment. Another consideration regarding ... / more