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Episode 263: Dating is like buying a car

Dec 8, 2022
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INSIGHT

Relationships Are Ongoing Negotiations

  • Accept that every relationship is a sustained negotiation between two people.
  • Dr. O'Reilly says recognizing this gives you leverage to get what you want.
ANECDOTE

The 'Perfect Car' Trap

  • Dr. O'Reilly describes finding a perfect car after searching dealerships all day.
  • He warns that excessive enthusiasm makes you "putty in that dealer's hands" and raises the price.
ADVICE

Feign Indifference Strategically

  • Act indifferent even if you really want the person to preserve negotiating power.
  • Pretend you have other options and withhold overt enthusiasm to improve terms.
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