This article is written by Gerio O' Neill, a metaphysical teacher, journalist & educator. Below are tips how to make people like us happy:
1. STOP what you’re doing
2. LOOK Make and maintain eye contact
3. LISTEN Pay attention to what is said
4. ASK appropriate questions
5. RESPECT other opinions even if you don’t agree
6. SMILE to show warmth and friendliness
7. USE the person’s name
8. TALK about interesting things
9. PRAISE the person
These simple steps say: I am glad to be with you. I want to connect with you and have a positive interaction. Emotions are contagious. If you’re happy and pleased to be in another’s company, that person is going to feel the same about you.
BOTTOM LINE: We instinctively like people who like us. We appreciate and support people who make us feel important.
If you only remember 1 of the 9 steps, make sure it’s #9.
THE LAW OF PRAISE
What you praise increases. Dwell on, focus on, talk about the negative and you will see more of it. Focus on the positive, and you will see more of that. Look for the good in people, praise it and you will call forth the best in them. And they will love you for it!
Praise is like fertilizer. It makes things grow.
