Use These to Be Popular in School or Anywhere! (body language hacks to get people to like you)

Summary

This video offers psychology-backed body language hacks to enhance likability and charisma. Key tips include maintaining open body language, avoiding fake smiles, mirroring the conversation's tone, and the 'chameleon effect' of subtly mimicking a conversation partner. The video also discusses the subconscious impact of gestures like eyebrow flashes and head tilts, which signal trust and friendliness. Additionally, it touches on the power of touch, like high fives, to release bonding chemicals.

Takeaways

• 📊 55% of communication is non-verbal, 38% is vocal, and only 7% is from the words spoken.
• 🤗 Open body language makes people feel more comfortable and friendly towards you.
• 🙅‍♀️ Avoid fake smiling as it can subconsciously repel people; genuine smiles are more effective.
• 🧍‍♂️ Matching your body language to the tone of the conversation helps establish rapport.
• 🤝 Mimicking body language (the chameleon effect) can make the other person feel more connected to you.
• 😉 The eyebrow flash is a subtle body language cue that signals friendliness and openness.
• 👂 Nodding and leaning in while listening makes the speaker feel heard and appreciated.
• 🔄 Repeating the last few words of what the other person said can reassure them that you're actively listening.
• 🙌 High fives or light touches can release oxytocin, promoting bonding and trust.
• 🖖 Showing your wrists can subconsciously signal trustworthiness and friendliness.
• 🎥 The video offers additional psychology hacks for self-confidence and likability beyond body language.

Q & A

What is the percentage of communication that is non-verbal according to the script?

55% of communication is non-verbal.

How much of communication is attributed to vocal cues in the transcript?

38% of communication is vocal.

What percentage of communication is actually from the words we say, as mentioned in the video script?

Only 7% of communication comes from the words we say.

What is the main focus of the video script?

The main focus of the video script is to share body language hacks that can make people like you.

What is the significance of having an open body language according to the transcript?

Having an open body language makes people feel better subconsciously towards you because it feels like you are more friendly and open towards them.

Why is it a mistake to fake a smile according to the psychology student in the script?

It's a mistake to fake a smile because studies show that people are good at distinguishing between real and fake smiles on a subconscious level, and they feel repelled by fake smiles.

What is the 'chameleon effect' mentioned in the script?

The 'chameleon effect' is when you mimic the body language of the person you're talking to in a natural and subtle way to make them feel closer to you on a subconscious level.

What is the evolutionary basis for showing your wrists during a conversation as mentioned in the script?

Showing your wrists during a conversation makes people feel like they trust you more because, on an evolutionary basis, seeing someone's hands indicates they don't have any weapons and are not a threat.

What is the significance of the 'eyebrow flash' in body language as described in the script?

The 'eyebrow flash' is a subconscious indicator that you are not an enemy and mean no harm, which can make people feel good about you.

How can you make someone feel heard during a conversation according to the script?

You can make someone feel heard by nodding slightly when they're talking and leaning in a little when listening to them.

What is the role of touch in creating a bond with someone as discussed in the script?

Touch, such as a high five or tapping someone's arm, releases the chemical oxytocin which facilitates bonding.