How to Have Better Conversations: 4 Simple Ingredients (Plus a Few Extras)

We all want to connect better with the people around us—whether it’s at work, at home, or even in line at the grocery store. But sometimes conversations feel flat, awkward,…

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The Science of Being Liked – Part 4: Tiny Actions That Build Big Rapport

Sometimes the smallest actions can make the biggest difference in how others perceive you. While warmth, similarity, self-disclosure, and mirroring all lay the groundwork for connection, there are two lesser-known…

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Mastering the “Chameleon Effect” in Social Interactions

We naturally gravitate toward people who seem “like us.” From cheering for the same sports team to sharing similar tastes in music, similarity breeds liking. In conversation, one of the…

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