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Handling awkward life situations requires grace and tact. Expert Sara Jane Ho suggests countering rudeness with a simple “Are you okay?” to signal boundaries with kindness. When forgetting someone’s name, introduce them to someone else to prompt reintroduction. For exiting…
Manipulators thrive on control and subtle tactics to influence others. Effective ways to catch them off guard include setting clear boundaries, calling out their behavior calmly, and staying emotionally neutral to avoid giving them power. Being informed about common manipulation…
The research report examines the impact of social networks on the survival of very old Australians over a 10-year period. The study found that having strong social networks, particularly with friends and confidants, significantly increases the likelihood of survival in…
Large Language Models Facilitate Brain-to-Brain Communication in Conversations A study involving intracranial recordings during face-to-face conversations reveals that large language models (LLMs) effectively model the transfer of linguistic information between brains. By aligning neural activity to a shared linguistic space,…
Effective conversationalists excel by actively listening, making others feel heard, and maintaining a natural flow. To avoid awkward pauses, focus fully on the speaker, using eye contact and body language to show engagement. Keep the conversation balanced, responding concisely without…
When confronted with gaslighting, it’s crucial to maintain your reality by calmly asserting your perspective, asking clarifying questions, and setting firm boundaries. These strategies help protect your mental well-being and prevent the manipulator from undermining your confidence.
To be five minutes late is not really to be late. Late is when people start getting annoyed. Being eight minutes late is not perceived as being late, and gives your host just enough time to sit down for a…
Social intelligence is the skill set that lets us read other people’s feelings, respect unspoken rules and adapt our behaviour smoothly. When that skill set is weak, it tends to leak out through unmistakable habits. Here are the eight that…
When a loved one keeps the same hurtful behavior, trying to persuade them often fails. This guidance explains a different path, one that centers on your well being and on relationships that can still grow. First, grieve the lost hope…