12 simple psychological tricks that will work on anybody

11/13/2018

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Society Story: 12 simple psychological tricks that will work on anybody

How well do you know the art of communication? As it turns out, we can turn almost any situation in our favor using some sneaky psychological and body language tricks. Read on to find out how to use them in everyday life.

#1

Society Story: You want someone to do something for you , ask them for a bigger favor first — shutterstock

People tend to return something back when they are giving something. That's why it's effective to start bargaining with more than you actually want. For example, if you want your children to clean their room, ask them to clean the whole house or apartment first. When they start complaining about how much it is, tell them only to clean their room. They will feel like you are giving them a lot of help with the cleaning, and will be more likely to accept your request without talking. If you need a day off from work, act the same way and ask your boss for 2 days first.

#2

Society Story: Never start a request with “could you…” Use “Please…” instead. — shutterstock

If you use "could you", even when the person answers "Yes", it only means that they theoretically COULD do something for you, but they didn't agree to it. Try to rephrase your request, for example, "Please, close the window".

#3

Society Story: You want someone to feel uncomfortable , look at the middle of their forehead while you are talking — shutterstock

Most people will find it irritating, though there is no exact explanation for it yet. In what kind of situation would you use this hack?

#4

Society Story: If you want someone to like you more, ask them for a small favor — shutterstock

When someone agrees to do something small for you, they automatically think that you are a good person. If you believe that someone doesn't like you, but you want them to, you can try this one.

#5

Society Story: If you want to appear a good listener, paraphrase whatever the one you talk to just said and say it again — shutterstock

This way, the person you talk to will feel heard and understood. Remember not to overdo with this one! Otherwise, you will sound weird.

#6

Society Story: If a song is stuck in your head and it’s bothering you, try to think of the end of it — shutterstock

You can find the song on the internet and play it to the end. If you know how the song ends, just play the ending part in your head several times. How do you get rid of annoying songs?

#7

Society Story: When you want something from somebody, frame your request as a choice — shutterstock

If you want to share household tasks with your spouse, try saying "Would you like to help me with cooking or doing the laundry today?". Give them choice, and it will increase your chances of getting what you want.

#8

Society Story: To remember someone’s name, use it a couple of times right away — shutterstock

This way, you will remember the name faster and build a deeper connection with the person you just met - most people like being called by name. Anyway, be attentive - some can get annoyed.

#9

Society Story: If someone is staring at you in the public transport, look at their shoes and they will stop — shutterstock

Most people find it very irritating. What about you? Have you ever caught anyone staring at your shoes? How did you feel?

#10

Society Story: When someone is trying to pull you into an argument Just say something nice to them or keep silent — shutterstock

You can easily disarm rude people with kindness. Being tough and rude, a person usually expects the same from you. Staying kind and calm will confuse them.

#11

Society Story: If someone is very concentrated on something They will hold everything you give them. You can take anything from their hands as well. They won’t even notice! — shutterstock

Try it when somebody is talking on the phone. It really works! In what kind of situation would you use this trick?

#12

Society Story: If someone is avoiding answering your question Make a pause in the conversation and keep eye contact — shutterstock

When you are not satisfied with someone's answer to your question or see that they are avoiding it, just keep silent and look into their eyes. Your companion will feel uncomfortable and start saying something. Chances are that you will hear even more than you want!

Did you know about these tricks? Do you use any psychological tricks in your life? Do you have any tricks to share with us?

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31 Comments

AJ Webb

Good tips. You forgot how to show you are interested in someone; lean into the conversation, keep eye contact and never cross your arms jn front of you.

Jessie Franklin

I've tried some of them, successfully.

Lynne Zeman

The full text did not load for me to view but the answers seemed manipulative and transparent

Lynne Kraner

Yes,as a former teacher, I have used many of these strategies. The best one for me is asking a question, pausing and maintaining eye contact while you wait for a response.

bina sarmah

ninakamwene, I use that a lot.

bina sarmah

John Mullin, I know ppl, who like to analyze every single conversation with a different angle. They find double meaning for everything.

Donna Means

I have used a few of these with poositive results

Diane Shaw

My father taught me a few of these examples during my high school years. I have often recalled those pieces of advice that he gave me decades ago.

Adriana Zuliani

Quite interesting but....it is so difficult to understand the human mind. There are many factors that make a personality inscrutable at times. Very intelligent people can outsmart psychologists.

John Mullin

Do you get the impression that some people cannot have a conversation with you without using applied psychology?

Humberto Carrasco

GOOD TIPS ,THANK YOU!!

wyodinosaur

I like these suggestions. I'll try em out right away.

ninakamwene

I like all of them especially disarming rude people with kindness. Some one said: "When they go low, we go high". I find that when I am in a good mood hardly anything bothers me, as such; it is me-myself, and I am, that I am constantly monitoring NOT others.

Jacky Pierce Friedman

Great ideas. I use the stare just to annoy people. It's a great prank. Works great on animals too. Shows them you're the alpha. I do it to my little min pin just to annoy her.