When Rising Triggers the Fall: The K-Hole Effect Explained
1. The K-Hole Effect: When Ascension Breeds Vulnerability a. Defining the K-Hole: A psychological and social phenomenon where rapid rise triggers sudden collapse The K-Hole effect describes the paradoxical moment when swift ascent—whether in status, influence, or performance—precipitates a sharp and often unexpected downfall. Rooted in social psychology, it highlights how visibility and momentum create […]
