15 Ways To Avoid Small Talk (And Have a Real Conversation)
Disliking small talk is probably the no. 1 complaint we hear from our readers. It’s not surprising. No-one really wants to talk about the weather or the traffic over and … Read more
Natalie Watkins, M.Sc
Body Neutrality: What It Is, How to Practice & Examples
The relationship we have with our bodies can be one of the most important relationships in our lives. It’s certainly the longest-lasting. Unfortunately, many of us have uncomfortable or even … Read more
How to Improve Your Social Health (17 Tips With Examples)
We’re all used to being told that we need to improve our physical health, and we’re becoming increasingly accustomed to talking about our mental health. But what about our social … Read more
How To Keep A Conversation Going With A Girl (For Guys)
Making conversation can be challenging, and it’s even worse if you’re talking to an attractive girl. You might be worried about making mistakes, looking bad, or making her feel uncomfortable. … Read more
How To Improve Your Social Awareness (With Examples)
We’ve all had times when we’ve misread a social situation or misjudged how someone else will react to something. For some, these are rare occurrences, but others feel that they … Read more
How to Tell Someone You Love Them (For the First Time)
Is there anything scarier than trying to tell someone you love them? Many people would prefer to face snakes Indiana Jones-style than risk saying those three little words aloud. It … Read more
How to Talk to a Guy You Like (Even if You Feel Awkward)
Talking to strangers can be a challenge at the best of times. Talking to a guy you like is often much more intimidating, but it doesn’t have to be. Here … Read more
What Are Social Skills? (Definition, Examples & Importance)
You’ve probably read loads of articles about how important social skills are. It can be difficult to improve social skills when you don’t really understand exactly what they are and … Read more
How To Be More Present And Mindful In Conversations
Having great conversations is about making the other person feel interesting and important. Being more present and mindful in your conversations shows you are interested in others. It can also … Read more
How to Give Sincere Compliments (& Make Others Feel Great)
Giving someone a sincere compliment can really make their day. It can leave them feeling more confident, capable, and enthusiastic. Giving a great compliment isn’t always easy to get right, … Read more
How to Build Confidence (Even if You’re Shy or Uncertain)
If you struggle with self-confidence, it can be difficult to try new things or make new friends. It can become a vicious cycle, where low confidence makes it hard to … Read more
How To Express Emotions In A Healthy Way
Being able to express our emotions in a healthy and constructive way is essential to all of our relationships. It can also be a huge factor in how we take … Read more
How to Be More Charming (& Have Others Love Your Company)
“I feel like I’m not charming, and I alienate people. I want to be a charming person who everyone wants to be with.” Most of us probably know someone who … Read more
How To Be More Charismatic (And Become Naturally Magnetic)
“I try to take part in social events, but I have no charisma whatsoever. I always feel smaller than I really am and almost never manage to get heard in … Read more
Are You Losing Respect For a Friend? Why & What to Do
Realizing that you’ve lost respect for a friend can be a shock. Sometimes, it happens suddenly as a result of something they say or do. Other times, it can be … Read more
How to Stop Someone From Interrupting (Polite & Assertive)
Being interrupted can make you feel disrespected and belittled. You may wonder whether the other person really cares about what you have to say at all. Even if you understand … Read more
How To Not Be Clingy With Friends
Making new friends is a fantastic feeling, but it can come with a host of insecurities. One common worry is that we’re scared of being too clingy or needy.[1] This … Read more
How To Stop Being Sarcastic
Many people enjoy a little bit of sarcastic humor now and again, but we need to be careful that we don’t use too much sarcasm. It’s easy for sarcastic (and … Read more
How to Live Life Without Friends (How to Cope)
“Can a person be happy without friends? Is having no friends dangerous? I have zero friends, and sometimes I wonder whether there’s something wrong with me.” There can be a … Read more
How to Read And Pick Up On Social Cues (As an Adult)
Picking up on social cues (and knowing how to respond to them) is an incredibly helpful skill when you’re trying to be socially adept. It can also be pretty frustrating … Read more