If you want somebody to do something for you, casually say how they probably wouldn’t even be able to do it. Most people will try really hard to prove someone wrong when it comes to doubting their capabilities. You can also make a small or unusual request before getting down to the main issue. In this case, you’ll establish a connection with the person, so they probably won’t have the heart to turn you down afterwards.
8. Start Nodding
Just like with questions where you need to get an affirmative answer, start nodding just a little bit during a conversation. Interestingly enough, this will make the person you’re talking to more attentive to your words, and they won’t even realize why.
9. Use Disappointment in Negotiations
Here’s a good one for negotiations. If you like a person’s offer in general but would like to get better conditions, prepare to be a little bit disappointed. This method can work like magic with a high price or a low salary.
10. Start Your Day with a Goal
As soon as your alarm clock goes off, sit up and make two fists as if you’re a soccer player who’s just scored a goal. It sounds bizarre, but it really does help you easily get out of bed feeling refreshed. Just try it for yourself and let us know in the comments if it worked for you.
11. Use a Weird Phrase
If you’re always worried about whether or not you locked the door or turned your iron off, just say some absolutely absurd phrase when you’re doing these things. The phrase could be different every single day. For example, you say “green rabbit” and turn the iron off or “oppressive crab” and lock the door. The next time you start doubting whether or not you did something, you’ll remember saying this weird phrase, and it’ll calm you down.
12. Kill ‘Em with Kindness
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