Paul J. ZakOxytocin connects us to other people; oxytocin makes us feel what other people feel. And it's easy to cause people's brains to release oxytocin. Let me show you. Come here. Give m… ▶376HumanityThought
Paul J. Zak[We] administered testosterone to men; instead of sharing money, they become selfish. Interestingly, high testosterone males are also more likely to use their own money to punish … ▶334Sadness
Paul J. ZakShowing kindness causes oxytocin release in the recipient that motives him or her to be kind to others. You can start this virtuous cycle in the simplest ways, for example, by giv… ▶281Sadness
Paul J. ZakOxytocin infusion increases generosity in unilateral monetary transfers by 80 percent [and] increases donations to charity by 50 percent.262Reflection
Paul J. ZakLike nature itself, modern economic life is driven by relentless competition and unbridled selfishness. Or is it?251Life
Paul J. ZakYou need eight hugs a day. You'll be happier and the world will be a better place.253Life
Paul J. ZakTrust is kind of this economic lubricant. When trust is high, morale is high. ... Higher trust environments produce individuals who are happier.242Humanity
