Something You Should Know

Magic Words That Influence Others & How Feeling Healthy Makes It So

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Dec 11, 2025
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Tamin Haddad Garcia
Guest
Jonah Berger
Jonah Berger, a Wharton marketing professor and author of "Magic Words," dives into how minor changes in language can greatly influence people's responses. He reveals the impact of framing requests and adopting concrete language to enhance satisfaction. Tamin Haddad Garcia, co-author of "Healthy No Matter What," challenges traditional notions of health, emphasizing adaptation over mere absence of disease. Both guests share practical insights on how our perceptions and communications can significantly shape our well-being and relationships.
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ADVICE

Reset Bad Days With Hand Washing

  • Wash your hands for a full minute after a mistake or bad streak to break it and reset mentally.
  • The act signals your brain you're ready to start over and encourages taking new chances.
INSIGHT

Tiny Word Changes Have Big Effects

  • Small shifts in wording drastically change how people respond in social and professional contexts.
  • Jonah Berger frames these shifts as predictable language tools you can learn and apply.
ADVICE

Praise Effort, Not Fixed Traits

  • Praise effort and describe actions (states) rather than labeling traits like "you're smart."
  • Say "You worked really hard" to encourage continued effort and growth.
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