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Adam Gopnik: The Joy of Getting Good at Something Hard

Clear+Vivid with Alan Alda

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The Power of Self-Deprecating Humor and Breaking the Ice

Starting a conversation with someone by asking about their kids can be a good way to make them feel comfortable./nMaking a joke about yourself and being self-deprecating can help to create a relaxed atmosphere./nAllowing yourself to be vulnerable can lead to genuine and uninhibited conversations.

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