20 Psychology Tricks That can Improve your life

1. Use Someone’s Name:   People love hearing their own name. Use it in conversations to build rapport and make them feel valued. 2. Mirror Body Language:   Subtly copy the other person’s posture or gestures to create unconscious connection and trust. 3. Pause Before Answering:   Pause for a moment before responding to questions — it makes you sound thoughtful and confident. 4. Ask for Small Favors:   People are more likely to say yes to bigger requests after agreeing to a small one (called the “foot-in-the-door” technique). 5. Smile to Boost Your Mood:   Even a forced smile can trick your brain into feeling happier. 6. Use the Power of Silence:   After making a point, stay silent. People often fill silence by agreeing or revealing more. 7. Name Three Positives:   When feeling down, name three good things about your day to shift focus to positive thinking. 8. Repeat Your Requests:   Repeating what you want calmly increases chances of being heard and understood. 9. Avoid Absolute Words:   Words like “always” or “never” make people defensive. Use softer phrases like “sometimes” or “often.” 10. Make Eye Contact (But Don’t Stare):    Good eye contact shows confidence and builds trust but avoid making it uncomfortable. 11. Touch Your Face to Signal Lying:    People often touch their nose or mouth when they’re not telling the truth. 12. Use “Because” to Justify Requests:    Giving a reason (even a weak one) makes people more likely to comply. Example: “Can I borrow your notes because I missed class?” 13. Ask Open-Ended Questions:    These encourage people to talk more, making conversations flow and helping you understand them better. 14. Repeat Back What Someone Says:    Paraphrasing shows you’re listening and makes others feel validated. 15. Make People Feel Important:    Show genuine interest in what others say by asking follow-up questions. 16. Create Contrast to Influence Choices:    Show a less attractive option first to make the next one seem better. 17. Use the “Ben Franklin Effect"    Asking someone for help makes them like you more. 18. Laugh to Reduce Stress:    Laughter lowers stress hormones and boosts mood. 19. Stand Tall to Feel More Confident:    Good posture can improve self-esteem and how others see you. 20. Write Down Your Goals:    Writing goals makes you more likely to achieve them by reinforcing commitment.

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