12 Psychological Life Hacks to Make Life Easier

Hey guys, want some psychological life hacks? Here’s 12 that can make your life easier and more productive.

1. You can get someone to like you by getting them to do favors for you. Start small with your favors by asking for a cup of coffee or have them pick up something for you.

2. If you want to increase the chance of someone agreeing with you, nod your head while talking or asking a question. Those small actions will make someone more attracted to agree with what you have to say.

3. Your sense of taste is one of your most powerful senses. Take advantage of it by chewing on a particular flavor of gum while studying. That way, you associate the taste with the knowledge you’re accumulating. Thus, when you get ready to take an exam, eat that same flavor of gum to send you a quick reminder to what you studied.

4. Are you tired of receiving only one word answers from people? The next time you ask someone a question, wait silently after their response and they’ll be more likely to add more to that to discontinue the awkward silence.

5. Need someone to do a task for you? Complete a small task for them first and they’ll be more willing to do a greater task for you later. This is known as the “foot in the door” method.

6. Want to make a first great impression to anyone you meet? The next time you approach someone, try noticing what color their eyes are while smiling. You’ll notice a positive change in their behavior during your conversation with them.

7. Want to make and fake confidence? Get rid of the words, “um, like”. Instead, try pausing during your conversations or speeches. Filler words such as those only make other people question the integrity of your knowledge and expertise. Remember, confidence is more important than knowledge in many cases.

8. Want to make someone addicted to you? Keep asking questions about themselves and have them tell you their life story. There’s nothing more people love to talk about more than themselves when provided with the opportunity. This builds a bond between you and that person.

9. Words alone aren’t powerful enough. People will remember you by how you made them feel rather than what you said. Keep yourself consciously aware when you’re making someone happy, sad, or angry and question if that’s the emotion you want them to relate you with.

10. Establish a sense of trust with someone by always referring to them by their name. People love their names and it makes you instantly connected with them when you continue saying it.

11. You ever wondered if that person you’re “accidentally” bumping shoulders, legs or knees with is aware that it’s even happening? Humans are extremely aware of their sense of touch. They might pretend they don’t notice anything, but they do. (and they might be enjoying it.)

12. Having a difficult time learning something new? Teach it to someone and let them ask questions. Once you’re able to teach someone, it makes it extremely easier to remember it. And if you have no one you can teach, pretend to teach it to your stuffed animal or an inanimate objects It might not be as effective as a real person, but it’ll be a good substitute.