Category: Social GPS

There’s more to being an effective communicator than just saying what’s on your mind. Your tone, body language, facial expression and, of course, the words […]

In a time when there are countless ways to share information, having a real conversation with another person—whether it’s a colleague, family member, or someone […]

As children, most people were taught to memorize certain dialogues so that they would be considered polite in everyday situations. Along with the words “please”, […]

Whether it’s at a family reunion, at the office, or among friends, the answer to a very personal question can be annoying. Of course, the […]

For some people, going on vacation involves more than just hitting the road or navigating through obstacles at the airport to get to your destination: […]

According to Karen Donaldson , an expert in communication and body language, manipulative people generally fall into one of two categories. Firstly, there are those […]

Sometimes breaks are necessary – for example, if someone’s nonsensical speech at an awards ceremony is too long. But most of the time, interrupting when […]

Jealousy and envy are not exactly the same thing, although both are negative feelings related to what we feel when it seems like someone else […]

While there is no rule that we must like everyone we come across, if it is someone we have to deal with on a semi-regular […]

From dire bosses to nightmarish roommates, we’ve all come across a fair amount of assholes in our lives. I’m not talking about you, of course. […]

There is nothing wrong with being a little curious. You don’t want to be called a gossip , but you can still have a healthy […]

Can we agree that society as a whole seems to have grown … let’s say rougher in the last decade or so? In an era […]

Absolute nonsense from the insel world seeps into mainstream culture, so it’s time to explain. I’m talking about the idea of ​​a “sigma male” that […]

“So so so. If it’s not a consequence of my own actions.” This is a pretty standard joke on Twitter and TikTok these days, and […]

We may not be aware of this, but many of the words and phrases we use throughout the day can humiliate others. Many of our […]

People can go to great lengths not to talk to each other. On the train, in a museum, or in line at the grocery store, […]

Some people find it easy to apologize for any perceived inconvenience – or to the point of humiliation – to apologize. If you’re late to […]

It’s easy to think of “personal boundaries” as a subjective set of preferences. But while this is true in a limited sense, a more meaningful […]

It is common knowledge that tone is difficult to define in written communication. Because of this, people often use exclamation marks to make their prose […]

They tell me that I have an amazing smile when there are no cameras around, but as soon as someone points the lens in my […]

Arrogance is disgusting; but confidence is adored and sought after. However, given that the two characteristics are somewhat similar in nature, how can you tell […]

The relationship between siblings can look different. We all know someone who considers their siblings to be their best friends and keeps in touch with […]

Some decisions require careful thought – weighing the pros and cons and trying to achieve the best possible outcome. But some people are indecisive in […]

Spend enough time on the Internet and you will begin to recognize the buzzwords that are currently being used to refer to broader social conflicts […]

As more people receive vaccines and COVID-19 rates decline , those who avoid social situations for pandemic or personal reasons (or both) may find themselves […]

Sometimes, when an emotionally manipulative person is trying to create drama, you can offer a response that is commensurate with their behavior. Plus, you really […]

Hello. We need to talk. In particular, we need to discuss the use of periods at the end of texts and instant messages. ( Again […]

When you are in elementary school, having friends from another class can be an indicator of your social status. Communication with children in the class […]

You should never need an excuse to throw a party, but prom is definitely the perfect excuse to decorate your home in honor of a […]

If you are forced to deal with a narcissist for any extended period of time – whether you have the misfortune of having a romantic […]

It would be nice if finding a therapist you like would be as easy as finding someone to paint your house. In both situations, you […]

At one point or another, we all say things we regret. Perhaps you have a tendency to make bad jokes (and cannot read around the […]

Life is full of awkward and uncomfortable moments. We cannot avoid them completely, but we can handle them with grace. Or at the very least, […]

Any interaction with a negative or downright evil person is unpleasant on many levels. Unfortunately, they are everywhere and are almost inevitable. You know this […]

Between the offer and the advice, there is a particular stress known as wedding planning. Even if your big day comes in a year or […]

“I do this for your own good” is a saying that naughty children know well. Parents love to pull it out to justify punishment for […]

When it comes to public speaking, there are some tips we hear over and over again: Know your audience. Come prepared. Eye contact. Okay, great, […]

You will probably never meet anyone whose grandeur rivals that of the Talented Mr. Ripley, but there are daffodils of all stripes among us. However, […]

While it is truly difficult to look at the global pandemic that is causing more than 566,000 deaths in the United States alone, and to […]

All in all, texting is an easy and productive way to communicate. Of course, it can get tiresome when I find myself in a group […]