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I believe each of us can make the world a little friendlier, a little more trusting, a little better, and that it can start with something as simple as 'hello'.
Gillian Sandstrom • Why you should talk to strangers | BPS
By far the most common behaviour was a simple apology
Robin Dunbar • Friends: Understanding the Power of our Most Important Relationships
Social psychologists have known for decades that people are motivated to work harder when others are watching. When they are observed, people run faster, are more creative, and think harder about problems.
Rohit • Our love of authenticity rises as all the world became a stage
Instant feedback may improve behaviour more than delayed punishment.
Rory Sutherland • Rory Sutherland
Some may be predisposed to behaving in this way, others probably discover the effectiveness of such behaviour early in life and once they have done so continue to exploit it.
Robin Dunbar • Friends: Understanding the Power of our Most Important Relationships
So, if talking to strangers seems daunting to you, it might help to think that by doing so, you could give someone the gift of being seen.
Gillian Sandstrom • Why you should talk to strangers | BPS
Daniel Goleman on Focus: The Secret to High Performance and Fulfilment
Intelligence Squaredyoutube.com
- Make us more polite and attentive.
Susan David • Emotional Agility
two Gator filters: attention and motivation.