Buying Fair Trade: altruism or selfishness? Last week was Fair Trade week – a time when the importance of fair trade is stressed. The target group seems to be people who are concerned with others’ welfare, typically social-minded or altruistic people. But, is buying fair trade really a selfless act? Marijke van Putten and Gert-Jan Lelieveld • October 31, 2014
Thanksgiving: who feels most grateful? Last week was Thanksgiving – a day to reflect on things we are grateful for. People who dwell on past experiences are generally less happy in life than people who are able to detach themselves. How would ‘detachers’ and ‘dwellers’ feel after Thanksgiving? Marijke van Putten • December 05, 2013
Carnival Carnival: three days for everybody to go crazy in large groups and silly costumes and indulge, before Lent starts. What are the effects of dressing up and gathering in large groups? This is where social psychology comes in. Marijke van Putten • February 11, 2013
How to be successful? How can we become more successful? How can we achieve more in our jobs? And how do we become more efficient in our daily lives? These are central questions, especially in professional life. But what is success? Marijke van Putten • February 02, 2013
