Social interactions are really important in our society. These interactions can help you get ahead in life such as at your job or in relationships. Here are some life hacks to help you again advantage in certain social situations.
When you go up to a group of people look at their feet for clues.
When you want to join into a conversation you want to make sure you are not doing it rudely. If people are in the middle of an important conversation they may not want you interrupting. When you approach the group if they do not turn their feet but only their torsos then they don't want to be interrupted. However, if they turn both their feet and torso that means you are good to join into the conversation.
Stand next to the person if you just had an argument with them.
If you just had an argument and are trying to defuse the situation then try standing beside them rather than in front of them. This is seen as less confrontational. They will eventually calm down.
State "I need your help" if you need someone to do you a favor.
In social situations people don't like looking like the bad guy. When asking for a favor you should start your request with "I need your help". Most people feel guilty if they do not help a person out and like to be the person helping so typically they will do you the favor.
If you want to get someone to like you give them validation.
Most people like to have validation for the actions they make in life. If you want to get someone to like you all you have to do is listen to someone that is telling you something really important to him or her. Then repeat the important thing back in your own words. This will enable them to see you as a good listener and that you are interested in what they have to say.
Fold your arms to see if someone is paying attention to what you are saying.
f you are talking to someone and don't know if they are listening or not trying folding your arms. If the other person also folds their arms then they are paying attention to you. If they don't then they more than likely are not.
If someone does not answer a question that you asked completely then wait.
When you ask a person a question oftentimes you only get a partial answer. However, if you wait and establish eye contact after they have answered the question people typically continue talking. If they don't continue talking then try raising your eyebrows.
To be productive and have a great mood make sure your environment is clean and organized.
If you want to get really motivated and be productive make sure your space is clean. It is a known fact that this causes people to be more productive. Most companies pay a lot of money to get the work environment nice because they know it increases productivity.
How do you figure out who is the perceived leader in a group of people?
When someone tells a joke you want to pay attention to the group. Look for who people look at when they are laughing. This is typically the person that they feel the closest with in the group.
If you are nervous you should chew gum.
On evolutionarily terms when we eat our brain doesn't feel like we are in any danger. When your brain doesn't think you are in danger, after being nervous, it weakens the fight or flight response. This will calm you down immensely when you are nervous.
Ask for a unreasonably big favor to get what you really want.
If you really need someone to do you a favor start by asking if they will do an unreasonably large favor. Then when they turn it down ask for the favor you really wanted them to do that is more reasonable. The person you are asking is more likely to do your favor.
Life hacks are great in social situations. They can help you stop being nervous, obtain friendships, keep friendships, and so much more. By using these life hacks your social situations will go smoothly.
