Psychology says people who thank others excessively for small favors aren't simply grateful; they may still be surprised when support arrives without conditions attached

If you've ever thanked a friend three times for forwarding a link, or typed “seriously, thank you so much” after a coworker covered a five-minute task, you're probably not alone, and it’s probably not a matter of being too emotional or having bad manners. Psychology suggests that over-thanking for small favors might say something much more nuanced about how you experience connection, care, and the quiet unease of being helped.

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