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Viktor Sander B.Sc., B.A.

Viktor is a Counselor specialized in interpersonal communication and relationships. He manages SocialSelf’s scientific review board. Follow on Twitter or read more.
What Are Social Skills? (Definition, Examples & Importance)

What Are Social Skills? (Definition, Examples & Importance)

August 22, 2022January 7, 2022 Viktor Sander B.Sc., B.A. and Natalie Watkins, M.ScLast updated August 22, 2022

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

252 Questions to Ask a Guy You Like (For Texting and IRL)

252 Questions to Ask a Guy You Like (For Texting and IRL)

February 26, 2023January 5, 2022 Viktor Sander B.Sc., B.A.Last updated February 26, 2023

Knowing what to say and ask to keep a conversation going with your crush is not easy. In this list, you’ll find plenty of questions you can try asking a … Read more

44 Small Talk Quotes (That Show How Most Feel About It)

44 Small Talk Quotes (That Show How Most Feel About It)

March 1, 2023January 1, 2022 Viktor Sander B.Sc., B.A.Last updated March 1, 2023

If you don’t like small talk and feel alone in craving deep conversation, then these quotes are great for you. Use them as a reminder that you’re not the only … Read more

126 Awkward Quotes (That Anyone Can Relate to)

126 Awkward Quotes (That Anyone Can Relate to)

March 6, 2023December 31, 2021 Viktor Sander B.Sc., B.A.Last updated March 6, 2023

It’s unlikely that there is a single person in the world who hasn’t felt awkward around other people at least once in their lives. While some of us are higher … Read more

108 Long-distance Friendship Quotes (When You Miss Your BFF)

108 Long-distance Friendship Quotes (When You Miss Your BFF)

March 1, 2023December 31, 2021 Viktor Sander B.Sc., B.A.Last updated March 1, 2023

We all know how hard it is to be far away from the people we love. Not having your BFF by your side when you’re having a hard day is … Read more

399 Fun Questions for any Situation

399 Fun Questions for any Situation

July 17, 2023December 31, 2021 Viktor Sander B.Sc., B.A.Last updated July 17, 2023

Ready to add some fun to your conversations? We’ve collected a bunch of cool, fun questions that you can drop into your chats. Whether you’re flirting on Tinder, chatting with … Read more

How To Improve Your Personality (From Bland to Interesting)

How To Improve Your Personality (From Bland to Interesting)

December 27, 2021 Viktor Sander B.Sc., B.A.

When you’ve been struggling socially for a long time, it’s easy to think there’s something inherently wrong with you. Many people feel like they have deep flaws in their personalities … Read more

277 Deep Questions to Truly Get to Know Someone

277 Deep Questions to Truly Get to Know Someone

February 28, 2023December 24, 2021 Viktor Sander B.Sc., B.A.Last updated February 28, 2023

One of the best ways to get to know someone is by asking them questions, but in order to start deep, meaningful conversations you need to be asking the right … Read more

How To Comfort A Friend (With Examples of What to Say)

How To Comfort A Friend (With Examples of What to Say)

September 28, 2022December 22, 2021 Viktor Sander B.Sc., B.A.Last updated September 28, 2022

Good friends offer each other emotional support in difficult times. But it’s not always easy to console someone. You may be afraid of saying or doing the wrong thing and … Read more

260 Friendship Quotes (Great Messages to Send Your Friends)

260 Friendship Quotes (Great Messages to Send Your Friends)

March 1, 2023December 22, 2021 Viktor Sander B.Sc., B.A.Last updated March 1, 2023

Sending quotes is an easy way to show the people in your life that you are thinking of them, and are also more meaningful than just simply sending a text … Read more

How To Talk To People Online (With Non-Awkward Examples)

How To Talk To People Online (With Non-Awkward Examples)

December 16, 2021 Viktor Sander B.Sc., B.A.

The internet can be a great place to meet new people, make friends, or find a partner. If you are an introvert or have social anxiety, socializing online might feel … Read more

The Health Benefits of Socializing

The Health Benefits of Socializing

August 12, 2022December 10, 2021 Viktor Sander B.Sc., B.A.Last updated August 12, 2022

You may have heard that “humans are a social species” and that socializing has many advantages. You may have even felt these advantages yourself. It feels good to laugh with … Read more

How to Stop Being Condescending (Signs, Tips, And Examples)

How to Stop Being Condescending (Signs, Tips, And Examples)

December 3, 2021 Viktor Sander B.Sc., B.A.

Has everyone ever told you that you’re condescending or patronizing? Have your coworkers, classmates, or friends remarked that you treat them as inferior or talk down to them? Do you … Read more

Social Skills Training For Kids (Divided by Age Group)

Social Skills Training For Kids (Divided by Age Group)

May 19, 2022November 26, 2021 Viktor Sander B.Sc., B.A.Last updated May 19, 2022

To build healthy relationships with other people and enjoy good mental health, children need to understand social rules and develop a range of social skills,[1] including emotional regulation, good manners, … Read more

How To Stop Negative Self-Talk (With Simple Examples)

How To Stop Negative Self-Talk (With Simple Examples)

August 17, 2022November 26, 2021 Viktor Sander B.Sc., B.A.Last updated August 17, 2022

Talking to yourself is completely normal. But if your inner monologue says unkind things about you, points out your flaws, and tells you that nothing is going to work out, … Read more

How To Stop Being A Know-It-All (Even if You Know a Lot)

How To Stop Being A Know-It-All (Even if You Know a Lot)

November 19, 2021 Viktor Sander B.Sc., B.A.

“Whenever I’m at work or with friends, it feels like I can’t stop correcting the people around me. I know I’m being annoying, but I don’t know how to stop. … Read more

How to Be More Kind as a Person (While Still Being You)

How to Be More Kind as a Person (While Still Being You)

September 5, 2022November 10, 2021 Viktor Sander B.Sc., B.A.Last updated September 5, 2022

Being kind isn’t always easy, particularly if you feel down, frustrated, or cynical about people in general. But kindness is worth the effort. Research shows that being kind to yourself … Read more

73 Fun Things To Do With Friends (For Any Situation)

73 Fun Things To Do With Friends (For Any Situation)

April 6, 2023November 9, 2021 Viktor Sander B.Sc., B.A.Last updated April 6, 2023

Are you feeling bored with the same old activities you do with your friends? Looking for fresh ideas to make your hangouts more exciting and memorable? We’ve got you covered! … Read more

How to Make a Good First Impression (With Examples)

How to Make a Good First Impression (With Examples)

November 3, 2021November 2, 2021 Viktor Sander B.Sc., B.A.

Do you worry about how you come across to new people? Perhaps you feel anxious when you have to introduce yourself or find it hard to put your best foot … Read more

Why Are Friends Important? How They Enrich Your Life

Why Are Friends Important? How They Enrich Your Life

August 10, 2022October 22, 2021 Viktor Sander B.Sc., B.A.Last updated August 10, 2022

With life being so busy, you may wonder, is it necessary to have friends? Moreover, if you struggle with making connections, you may doubt whether friendships are worth the effort. … Read more

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