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9 Mind Tricks To Get What You Want
9 Mind Tricks To Get What You Want
9 Mind Tricks To Get What You Want
Put up a picture of your dog (or even a friend’s pup) in your workspace. When people
look at shots of a pet dog, they not only tend to presume you’re loyal, but they may also
act more loyal toward you. But don’t paper your cube with canines. Research shows that
too many personal shots make others perceive you as a less professional worker.
A recent study showed that just by holding the high-temp liquid, she’ll implicitly assume
you’re an emotionally warm person — someone very likable. Just don’t hand her an iced
latte or you could trigger a frosty reception.
4. To have "the talk" without making your partner flip out ...
Take him to a restaurant that has soft feminine colors and furniture with few angular
lines. Researchers think that simply being in this kind of an environment can influence a
person to behave in a more feminine way in terms of communicating. That means that
he’ll be more likely to be open and disclose his true feelings to you.
7. To impress a guy’s parents the first time you meet them ...
Casually praise someone whom you’re certain his mom or dad holds in high esteem, such
as a political figure, author, or celebrity. Experts say that as you talk about their hero in a
positive light, your targets start to think about all the qualities they admire in that person.
And because they’re looking at you, they’ll subconsciously link you with that person’s
positive traits.
8. To make a friend out of an acquaintance ...
Start mirroring her behavioral tics, like touching your hair when she touches hers. We
like to see ourselves in other people. Researchers at New York University found that
when you’re sitting across from someone who’s unconsciously shaking his foot, if you
start moving yours in a similar but unobtrusive way, then the person feels more positive
toward you.