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1 week ago

People who make every conversation feel effortless usually do these 8 things without realizing it - Silicon Canals

Ever had that friend who seems to make every conversation flow like water? They could talk to anyone about anything, and somehow everyone walks away feeling heard and energized. I used to wonder what their secret was: Were they just born with some magical gift of gab that I'd somehow missed out on? Then I started paying attention, really watching how these natural conversationalists operated. What I discovered surprised me:
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2 weeks ago

7 things people do when telling stories that make others tune out immediately without realizing it - Silicon Canals

Storytellers often lose listeners by burying the lead, offering excessive setup, and failing to consider how their words land with the audience.
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3 weeks ago

Psychology says if you bring up these 9 topics in a conversation you have below-average social skills - Silicon Canals

Oversharing personal drama and detailed health issues early in interactions alienates listeners and undermines conversational connection.
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