Some people just glide through social situations like a hot knife through butter, while others seem like a stick in the mud. Thankfully, there are ways to fake it ‘til you make it, and many charmers are more than happy to share their tips and tricks when it comes to winning friends and influencing people.
Someone asked, “What’s an actual psychological 'cheat code' you use in social situations that works almost every time?” and over 2,000 netizens said “no” to gatekeeping. They were happy to reveal the sneaky ways they get ahead in life. From muting yourself on a call to avoid interrupting someone, to complimenting an enemy to disarm them, some of the social life hacks may surprise you.
Bored Panda has put together a list of the best ones for you to scroll through during your next bout of social anxiety. Let us know your favorites by hitting the upvote button and feel free to share some of your own cheat codes in the comments section below.
#41
Being slightly more polite than the norm (which isn't saying much) is very disarming. "Yes sir, no ma'am" is a gesture of respect, and everyone wants to feel respected.
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#42
So you know that 'counting sheep' trick thats supposed to help you fall asleep? That never really worked for me. Ive got ADHD so maybe its a case of not being able to keep focus because I'd find it boring and get distracted by other thoughts
My trick though is very similar - I just think of fun stuff and literally daydream about it, just with my eyes closed. As long as the theme/topic/story that I'm daydreaming about is consistent, and my eyes are shut, then I'll be asleep within minutes even if I'm not actually that tired. Works for if I'm trying to get to sleep on a sofa or on a flight or something too.
I don't know why this works, I assume it's similar to counting sheep but better suited for how my brain works, but my fiancee doesn't have ADHD and it works for her as well 🤷.
My trick though is very similar - I just think of fun stuff and literally daydream about it, just with my eyes closed. As long as the theme/topic/story that I'm daydreaming about is consistent, and my eyes are shut, then I'll be asleep within minutes even if I'm not actually that tired. Works for if I'm trying to get to sleep on a sofa or on a flight or something too.
I don't know why this works, I assume it's similar to counting sheep but better suited for how my brain works, but my fiancee doesn't have ADHD and it works for her as well 🤷.
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#43
If you act a mood, then your actual mood will follow.
Feeling bad but need to get it together for some event? Just smile, and your mood will follow. It doesn't cure depression, but it's a good way to get in the zone for something temporary,
Mostly useful if you're at a party and you want to be having fun but you're just not feeling it at the moment.
Feeling bad but need to get it together for some event? Just smile, and your mood will follow. It doesn't cure depression, but it's a good way to get in the zone for something temporary,
Mostly useful if you're at a party and you want to be having fun but you're just not feeling it at the moment.
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#44
If you and your partner are most likely going to get in a fight about something, you can negate any and all shouting by carrying a cat to deliver whatever news will cause shouting. No one will yell at you if you're holding a cat, and you'll just go right to the go for a drive/sit in room/smoke phase.
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#45
When speaking to a large crowd, speak to them as if youre speaking directly to one person.
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#46
Acknowledge, Align, Assure:
• I understand your concern,
• I’d feel the same way in your position,
• I assure you we’ll find a solution.
• I understand your concern,
• I’d feel the same way in your position,
• I assure you we’ll find a solution.
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