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You Don’t Have to Talk Less to be Liked
A new study found that people have a "reticence gap": they mistakenly think they should speak less in order to be seen as likable.
The ‘Liking Gap’ Might Be Why You Wonder if People Secretly Hate You
Do you often meet new people and later feel like they didn’t like you that much? This psychological theory explains why you might be wrong.
Your Guide to Having a Normal Conversation, For When This is Over
It’s been over a year since we had meaningful, in-person interactions. If any of these things happen, it’s not you; it’s just like that sometimes.
Why Can’t I Pay Attention to a Whole Conversation Right Now?
If your listening skills have gone down the drain, know you’re not alone—and learn how to hone your focus again.
In the Age of Duterte, These Filipino Millennials Are Teaching Men to Treat Women Better
Not by "cancelling" them online, but through face-to-face conversations about toxic masculinity and feminism.
This Is Why Small Talk Makes Some People So Anxious
A therapist gave us advice for how to get over it.
This Is Why It's So Hard to Sound Normal When You're Nervous
It’s common to flub your words when you’re feeling awkward.
'God of War' Smartly Fixes The Very Bad Way Most Games Handle Dialogue
The characters in 'God of War' talk like normal people. They stop, start, and resume conversations, so you never feel left out.
People Think Teens Who Curse a Lot Are Dumber
They also rated them on trustworthiness, sociability, politeness, and likability.
50 After-Party Conversation Starters That Aren't 'So... You Hungry?'
Fifty things you can talk about without ever mentioning politics.
We Asked Women How They Act on Bumble vs. Tinder
‘When messaging guys, your opening line can just be ‘hey,’ because all you have to do is say ‘hey,’ and they’ll send you a dick pic.’