Psychology says people who are a joy to talk to often display these 7 subtle qualities that draw others in - Silicon Canals

"I used to think it was pure charisma, something you're either born with or you're not. But after interviewing over 200 people for various articles, from startup founders to burned-out middle managers, I started noticing patterns."

"According to research, feeling heard activates the same reward centers in our brain as receiving money. Wild, right? I learned this lesson the hard way. A friend once pointed out that I was treating our early dates like interview subjects, gathering data instead of actually connecting. Ouch. But she was right. I was so focused on my next question that I wasn't truly listening to the answers."

Certain people create a magnetic conversational presence through small, deliberate behaviors that energize others. Giving undivided attention—putting phones face-down, holding comfortable eye contact, nodding and reacting—makes people feel heard and valued. Remembering personal details and following up signals genuine listening and care. Feeling heard activates the brain's reward centers, reinforcing connection. Over-focusing on next questions or treating conversations like interviews drains interactions. Simple, repeatable social habits can transform ordinary exchanges into energizing conversations that people replay later. These practices are accessible and especially powerful in a notification-filled world where sustained attention is rare.

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