Richard Wiseman's On Your Mind 40: Friendship
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Jan 3, 2024 The podcast explores the secrets of friendship, including small talk, likability, and turning acquaintances into friends. It also discusses the importance of first impressions, the psychology of small talk, maintaining long-distance friendships, and the impact of loneliness on physical and mental health.
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Genuine Interest Boosts Likeability
- People enjoy talking about themselves because it triggers a dopamine hit in the brain.
- Being genuinely interested in others makes you more likable than trying to get them interested in you.
Admit Mistakes Quickly
- Quickly admit when you're wrong to build trust in relationships.
- Admitting mistakes makes you seem more human and trustworthy to others.
Avoid Negative Gossip
- Avoid gossiping negatively about others, as the negative traits get associated with you.
- Praise others genuinely to associate positive traits with yourself.