These 14 psychological facts might just change the way you think.

Do you have a stressful situation? Wish you knew how to feel happier, lighter, and more free?

While the complexity of the human condition are much too great to be reduced to a list, there are a few strategies you may employ on a daily basis to assist you shake off some of the drudgery that is weighing you down. There are also some strange little facts that may not benefit you individually, but may help you be a little more understanding of others. In the end, these new skills will be extremely beneficial to you in the long term.

You're less likely to attain your goals if you tell others about them.
This phenomenon has been studied since the 1930s, and it has been verified time and time again. So, the next time you feel compelled to interrogate someone about their objectives, keep in mind that you might not be assisting them.
Smart people tend to undervalue themselves, whilst the less educated believe they are bright.
The more you know, the more alternatives you'll see, including the possibility that you're wrong. Everyone's faith in their own brilliance fluctuates depending on the circumstances, but don't get too cocky.
If you think or communicate in another language, your thinking and decision-making will be more sensible.
According to a University of Chicago research, if Korean exchange students first translated all of their material into English, they made more rational and less biased conclusions. This could be due to the fact that translating compels you to be methodical and evaluate each word, resulting in a more rational solution. So the next time you're anxious about not being sensible, pull out that high school jargon and see if it helps.
When you recall anything, you're remembering the last time you remembered it, not the actual occurrence.
This one is a little perplexing.
Today's children are more anxious than the typical psychiatric patient of 1950.
There were many problems in the 1950s, but no one was auditioning for preschool. There's also the fact that we now have a greater understanding of mental health and illness, making it easier to diagnose disorders that formerly went unnoticed. With everything that has transpired in the last 65 years, however, individuals are concerned about very different things.
People between the ages of 18 and 33 are the most stressed.

Having to deal with education, deciding on a career path, and starting a full-time job is a horrible mix that causes a lot of stress. When you add in the fact that We're never going to have Social Security, and you've got the perfect storm.

Music has the ability to alter your mood.

Even if you're not aware of it, your life's soundtrack can radically influence your impression of events. Why do you think movie soundtracks get so much attention? If you don't believe me, turn off the sound on your favorite movie and replay the same moment with other music in the background. You'll be surprised at how quickly your perception of the images shifts.
8- We're never going to have Social Security, and you've got the perfect storm. 7. Music has the ability to alter your mood.

You can buy happiness with money.
Yes, it is correct. People who are struggling financially are more likely to feel stressed. Have you ever overheard a poor person proclaim that money cannot bring happiness? No, I don't believe so. However, there is a limit to this. Even if people make more money, their satisfaction levels do not vary after they reach a salary of $75-$80,000. People will be pleased if they can eat themselves and have a home without worrying about running out of money.
It makes you pleased to spend money on other people.
Therapy shopping for oneself might be a fake happiness, similar to drinking alone, but buying gifts for others can make you happier. We're not suggesting that you spend your money carelessly, but buying (or producing) gifts for others is equivalent to giving yourself a present.
Investing on experiences rather than material possessions makes you happier.
Getting to do or see something thrilling is more memorable than simply receiving something and looking at it sometimes. After all, you'll have more to speak about, and going out and doing something is more satisfying than merely getting something.
Stress can be reduced by meditation and prayer.
You don't have to be religious to meditate, and studies suggest that sitting quietly on a daily basis is beneficial to your health. Even if you don't think you have time, try calm, even breathing and emptying your mind the next time you feel like vegging out in front of the TV.
Even if you didn't sleep well, you may persuade your brain that you did.
Consider how well you slept last night while you take a few deep breaths. You'll feel a little more energised if you can persuade yourself of this. It's called "placebo sleep," but don't use it as an excuse to avoid getting enough rest. That is still required.
Being around by cheerful people makes you happy.
Do you have a friend that constantly complains and gets no pleasure in anything? Do you remember how you felt after spending time with them? Exactly. Spending time with people who are upbeat and happy will rub off on you and make you feel better. Similarly, don't be that pessimistic pal – be someone else's cheerleader!
Take a deep breath and try to recall some of these the next time you don't understand why you're feeling a certain way or why someone else is acting in a specific manner. It'll benefit you in the long run and make your life easier.