9 mind tricks

posted on August 12, 2008 in

From
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. These appear to be from Cosmo, and thus, mostly targetted towards women, but they are still interesting, even if you’re on the receiving end.

1. To seem like a team player at work …
Put up a picture of your dog (or even a friend’s pup) in your workspace

2. To appear more powerful in the office hierarchy …
Wear a chic all-black outfit to work, and don’t smile as often as you’re inclined

3. To bond with the boss …
Offer to get her a hot cup of coffee — even if you’re not her assistant

4. To have “the talk” without making your partner flip out …
Take him to a restaurant that has soft feminine colors and furniture with few angular lines.

5. To make your crush fall for you on a dinner date …
Subtly touch the back of his hand as you’re reaching across the table for bread.

6. To seem more alluring when you meet a guy …
Talk about a beach vacation you took using sensual terms (e.g., “The sun felt so fabulously warm against my skin”)

7. To impress a guy’s parents the first time you meet them …
Casually praise someone whom you’re certain his mom or dad holds in high esteem,

8. To make a friend out of an acquaintance …
Start mirroring her behavioral tics, like touching your hair when she touches hers.

9. Your slob roomie to clean up after herself more often …
Spray a bit of liquid all-purpose cleaner in the air right before she enters the skanky spot in question

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