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People Skills, Science

12 seemingly ‘awkward’ behaviors that might just mean you’re highly intelligent

Kat Hong

8/17/2026
Jordan Chiles reunited with her favorite teacher, Ms. Patti.

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Education, Pop Culture

Jordan Chiles is going back to school—this time, to thank the teacher who inspired her

Sarah Watts

8/17/2026
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People Skills, Science

Expert shares the simple small talk mistake almost everyone makes, and how to fix it

Tod Perry

8/2/2026
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People Skills, Science

Social skills expert shares 3 ‘magic phrases’ that make you more likable

Tod Perry

7/26/2026
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People Skills, Science

Behavioral scientist shares 10 questions that will make people fall madly ‘in like’ with you

Tod Perry

7/15/2026
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People Skills, Science

What makes people likable at parties? Researchers found it comes down to one specific trait.

Tod Perry

7/5/2026
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People Skills, Science

Stop struggling with awkward eye contact by using the ‘Triangle Method’

Tod Perry

7/2/2026
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People Skills, Science

Communication experts say highly likable people do 10 things in conversations to build relationships

Emily Shiffer

7/1/2026
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Life Hacks, Skills

15 psychological ‘cheat codes’ people swear ‘work every time’ for social situations

Upworthy Staff

6/25/2026
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Communication, Skills

10 conversation starters that will instantly draw people to you

Emily Shiffer

6/19/2026
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Education, Skills

Study finds behaviors at age 6 may significantly impact who you are at 25

Evan Porter

6/18/2026
Communication, Skills

Stop struggling with small talk by using the easy ‘COST method’

Tod Perry

6/14/2026
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People Skills, Science

Harvard studies reveal the exact amount of time most people are listening when you speak

Tod Perry

6/2/2026
Culture, Pop Culture

What makes kids popular in high school? Researchers found they share the same personality trait.

Tod Perry

6/1/2026
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Communication, Skills

3 conversation hacks to avoid the awkwardness of having nothing to say

Annie Reneau

4/7/2026

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