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Community, Joy, People Skills, Popular, Science

The 4 words that can keep conversation flowing forever, even between socially awkward people

Tod Perry

7/5/2025
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Family, Modern Families, Motherhood

Once a refugee seeking safety in the U.S., Anita Omary is using what she learned to help others thrive.

Sarah Watts

2/11/2026
A man and woman having a conversation. – Photo credit: via Canva

Health, Public Health

Small talk going nowhere? Expert’s ‘threading’ technique is the key to great conversations.

Tod Perry

2/21/2025
Some friends enjoying a polite conversation at a party. – Photo credit: via Stable Flow/Unsplash

Education, Learning, Popular

Stanford expert shares the number one phrase that people good at small talk always use

Tod Perry

12/12/2024