Also known as the "sibling spillover effect", this effect describes how an older sibling's academic success or even a specific educational intervention they received positively influences their younger sibling's achievement, often through shared learning, role modeling, and increased academic engagement at home, particularly benefiting younger siblings in reading skills.
Thanks to the "tutor effect", my little brother is acing his reading tests because he sees how hard I study and wants to follow in my footsteps.
by Emotional Cruiser January 1, 2026
Get the tutor effect mug.Also known as "Gruen Transfer", this effect is a psychological phenomenon in retail where a confusing, enticing environment (like a mall) makes shoppers lose their original purpose, becoming overwhelmed and more likely to make unplanned impulse purchases.
I went into the mall just for some socks, but the Gruen Effect hit me, and I walked out with a new outfit and a bunch of random gadgets!
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Get the Gruen effect mug.The "America effect" is the peculiar feeling or impression that occurs when hearing the name of a non-American city (usually European or from another continent) and it unexpectedly sounds like it could easily be a typical American town or city name – evoking images of U.S. suburbs, industrial ports, Midwestern towns, or generic American place names.
"When I first heard someone mention Duisburg, I experienced the America effect – it instantly reminded me of a Rust Belt city like Pittsburgh or Harrisburg."
"Rotterdam gives me a strong America effect; with its port vibe and straightforward name, it could totally pass for a mid-sized industrial city in the American Midwest."
"Places like New Hamburg or New Berlin trigger the America effect for many people outside Europe – they sound exactly like the countless American towns named after European origins."
"Rotterdam gives me a strong America effect; with its port vibe and straightforward name, it could totally pass for a mid-sized industrial city in the American Midwest."
"Places like New Hamburg or New Berlin trigger the America effect for many people outside Europe – they sound exactly like the countless American towns named after European origins."
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Get the Glitz Effect mug."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.
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."
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Get the Havok Effect mug.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
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.
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