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Havok Effect

"Havok Effect" The phenomenon where individuals boast about their online power and abilities such as cyberbullying, hacking, or trolling, while believing they are untouchable due to perceived anonymity. Over time, this behavior leads to their downfall, often due to a leaked identity, a digital trail, or action from activists or authorities.

The "Havok Effect" serves as a reminder that online actions have real-world consequences and no one is truly invincible, emphasizing the importance of responsible internet use and treating others with respect.
"After months of tormenting people online and real life with online tools, Jacob finally fell victim to the Havok Effect when someone exposed his identity and reported him to the authorities."
by UnknownPersonell January 14, 2025
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The ripple effect of positivity

The ripple effect of positivity is not a new concept, the specific phrasing is a new phrase. The idea of a "ripple effect" has been widely discussed in various fields such as psychology, sociology, and even physics (where it refers to the spreading out of waves from a central point).

In the context of positivity, the ripple effect refers to how small acts of kindness, optimism, or gratitude can spread and inspire others. It's closely tied to the idea of "paying it forward" or the butterfly effect, which suggests that even small actions can have far-reaching consequences.

The phrase "ripple effect of positivity" draws upon common ideas in the domains of emotional and social contagion, where positive emotions or behaviors can spread similarly to how a ripple spreads in water
After reading the section "The Ripple Effect of Positivity, in the book, Endless Thanks," the team was inspired to show others how to implement the power of gratitude in their daily lives.
by JamArt ~Taking The Step Out January 17, 2025
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The Kaila Effect

When you hang out with someone and your popularity increases because they only associate with perceived “cool” individuals
Ever since I’ve started hanging out with her I’ve been experiencing the Kaila Effect
by juliancasabl June 17, 2025
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Harut Effect

The Harut Effect is a social-psychological phenomenon where a person says “You’re right,” while internally disagreeing.
Sometimes it’s strategic or sarcastic, and other times it's reflexive — even unconscious.
In some cases, the speaker isn’t aware of the contradiction between their words and their actual thoughts.
The term also applies when someone agrees with you verbally but clearly believes you’re wrong inside.

Created by Harutyun Harutyunyan
Person A: "Honestly, I think the Earth is flat."
Person B: (internally shocked but avoiding debate)
"Yeah, you’re right."
That’s the Harut Effect in action.
by Harutyun June 20, 2025
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Jahdae Effect

When someone won't accept that they only broke up with Jahdae 2 terms ago.
Theo: We've been broken up a year

Thomas: Bro its only been 2 terms
Nam: Classic Jahdae Effect
by dogham June 21, 2025
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Yogurt effect

Initially used by common man cocktails, but popularized by Cold Ones. When making a shot with Galliano, Irish cream, sloe gin and stroh 80. This will happen if you use the right sloe gin
TODAAAAAAAAY we’re gonna create a shooter that will, if you use the right sloe gin, give you a YOGURT EFFECT!
by Puffy boi June 21, 2025
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The Magneto Effect

When writers give a villain a completely sound motivation/or just makes them right and then is forced to make them do something horrible to get you to not sympathize with them.
How do you make a Holocaust survivor who doesn’t want his people genocided AGAIN, into a villain? The Magneto Effect.

Humanity: Builds weapons of mutant genocide
Magneto: I don’t like that

Humanity: What a monster!?!?
by Jojo enthusiasts June 23, 2025
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