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15 PROVED PSYCHOLOGY TRICKS TO ATTRACT SOMEONE

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By Chris loxPublished 3 years ago 8 min read
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1. The Benjamin Franklin Effect In the 18th century, author and inventor Benjamin Franklin discovered a powerful psychological trick that you can use to attract anyone you meet.

Here’s how it works: someone who has done you a favor in the past is more likely to do you

another favor in the future. In other words, if you ask someone for a small favor, they’re more

likely to see you in a positive light. This psychological trick, later dubbed

the Benjamin Franklin Effect, has many applications, including romantic attraction.

If you want to build a connection with someone you like, ask them for a small, easy favor,

like telling the time or giving directions. Most people will happily oblige and, as a result,

develop a more favorable opinion of you. This is a great way to build rapport between you and a

stranger, but it also gets your foot in the door, making you seem more approachable and familiar.

2. Seeds of Romance You can also attract new people by creating future date opportunities. For example, let’s say you and a stranger are talking about a musical artist you both love. You might say something like, “We should go to a concert together sometime!”

Suggestions like these are not the same as concrete plans. You’re not setting a date

or a time, nor are you committing to anything in particular. Instead, you’re creating the potential

for future dates. You’re expressing romantic interest and investment, encouraging them to make

similar investments in you. Sowing these romantic seeds also creates momentum. Every seed you plant

can be harvested sometime in the future, giving you easy opportunities to spend time together

and deepen your connection. 3. The Most Powerful Word

When you connect with someone new, one word is more powerful than any other. That word… is their

name. Learning someone’s name, and using it in conversation, is a simple yet powerful trick that

will make you more attractive to literally anyone. The human brain reacts strongly to the sound

of its own name. It grabs your attention, alerts your senses, and encourages you to listen closely.

Additionally, people who know your name seem approachable and familiar. Instead of strangers,

they feel like friends or partners, making them more appealing than 99% of people.

4. Make It Spicy Studies have shown that people

feel a stronger connection to friends and partners after participating in heart-pounding activities,

like rollercoasters or physical sports. These activities get your heart racing and

your blood pumping. They put a smile on your face and intensify your emotions, including

strong feelings of excitement and camaraderie. Of course, you can’t visit an amusement park

with every person you meet. Luckily, there’s an easier way to get people’s hearts racing.

All you have to do is eat spicy food. Like going on a rollercoaster, eating something spicy kicks

your body into overdrive. While your tongue is burning, you experience powerful emotions,

including nervousness, excitement, joy, and, eventually, relief.

As a bonus, braving a spicy meal is a wonderful, if not slightly painful, bonding experience.

So, what do you have to lose? If you want to be more attractive, make your next meal a spicy one.

5. A Beautiful Scene Are you looking for an

easy way to make substantial, attractive first impressions? Let’s say you’re standing near a

landmark or a breathtaking view. If you want to get the attention of someone you find attractive,

you might ask them to take your picture. Thanks to the Benjamin Franklin Effect,

taking a picture builds a special rapport. Asking for a favor creates a sense of familiarity,

making you a more attractive option. But that’s not all. When someone takes a

picture of you, you’re inadvertently asking them to focus on your physical features. They’ll take

notice of what you’re wearing. They get to see you smile over a beautiful backdrop. Assuming

they like what they see, setting a beautiful scene is enough to make anyone’s heart flutter.

6. Take Emotional Risks People are more likely to fall for you if

they feel a deeper emotional connection. Usually, it takes time and positive reinforcement to build

a meaningful relationship with a stranger. However, there’s one easy trick you can use

to create a similar connection in seconds. The trick is… to tell someone a secret.

Spilling a genuine, personal secret, especially to a stranger, requires vulnerability and

trust — two characteristics that are vital to any romantic relationship. By sharing something

private and confidential, you are willing to be vulnerable. You’re giving this person your

trust and fostering a stronger bond between you. Don’t be afraid to put yourself out there. Tell

someone a secret. Give them your trust. Sure, you might get hurt,

but if you want to make a lasting impression, that’s a risk you must be willing to take.

7. Who Are You? Attractive people draw the attention of others,

but they also keep the attention of others. How? By bringing out the best in the people

they meet. We are naturally attracted to people who make us feel confident, happy, and secure.

We want someone who sees us for who we are. So how do you make yourself attractive to

almost anyone? Try to understand what defines them as a person. If you can see them for who they are,

you instantly become special to them. You become one of the few people with whom they

can be their honest selves. And that makes you attractive to anyone you’ll ever meet.

8. Say the Right Things Giving compliments is another way

to boost the confidence of strangers. An honest compliment taps the reward center in your brain,

giving you a burst of confidence and self-esteem. If you become a source of positivity and

encouragement in someone’s life, they’re sure to enjoy every moment they spend in your company.

But it’s essential you give compliments the right way. Don’t focus on things someone

might be insecure about, like their body shape. Overly physical or invasive compliments leave

the wrong impression, so keep these personal boundaries in mind. Inappropriate compliments

can scare people away, but the right flattery makes you attractive to literally anyone.

9. Bonding Forces Inside jokes create limitless opportunities

to draw other people closer to you. An inside joke is a reference that only you two understand.

It creates a sense of exclusivity in your relationship, acting as a bonding force

by separating you two from the rest of the world. When you make an inside joke,

you two suddenly know something that no one else does, which creates a feeling of closeness that

anyone will find irresistible. 10. Opportunities to Shine

What are the most attractive qualities in a potential partner? Talent and passion commonly

rank among the most desirable characteristics. Almost everyone is drawn to people with impressive

skills, talents, and personal passions. We like people who are good at what they do — people who

exude confidence, mastery, and self-discipline. No matter what talents you have, give yourself

an opportunity to shine. You are the most attractive version of yourself

when you confidently excel at something you love. So, be impressive. Put yourself in

a position to show off and succeed because other people will be drawn to your passion.

11. The Psychology of Nicknames Giving someone a nickname is a psychological

trick you can use to build rapport with almost anyone. For example, funny nicknames make people

laugh and deepen your connection by adding a sense of comfort and familiarity to your relationship.

Each time you use these nicknames, your connection will grow. Each repetition brings a smile to

their face and reminds them that you have a funny, unique, and meaningful relationship.

12. Positive Gravitation How do you show other people that you’re fun,

exciting, and desirable? Here’s an easy trick to attract anyone without lifting a finger. Instead

of catering to other people, concentrate on your personal enjoyment. Do what you think is fun.

Have a great time. And you’ll discover that other people will naturally gravitate in your direction.

13. A Unique Impression

Your sense of style can make or break the impressions you leave on other people. Even

if you generally dress well, you may find that potential partners aren’t drawn to your look.

If you want to appear more attractive, try adding more detail to your style. By incorporating small

accents, you can express your taste and infuse more depth into your character. You seem more

attractive, complex, and unique to the average person, all thanks to a few tasteful accents.

14. The Illusion of Commonality We’re drawn to people who share our

interests and hobbies. We form deep connections with people who have similar values and ideas.

But if you want to be attractive to almost anyone, you can’t rely on shared personality

traits to make a lasting impression. Instead, use your body language to create

the illusion of commonality. In other words, you can show interest and attraction by subtly

imitating the people you like. You shouldn’t copy everything they do, but you should mirror some of

their body language. Even though you don’t know much about each other, it feels like you are on

the same page. The stronger that feeling gets, the more attractive and approachable you become.

15. Light Their Fire

Tiny, insignificant moments can light a fire in someone’s heart. If you want to be more

attractive, pick someone you like and look deep into their eyes. Usually, when we make eye contact

with someone, especially someone we’re attracted to, we stare for a moment, then look away.

However, studies show that prolonged eye contact increases the likelihood of falling in love.

In other words, an extra second of eye contact can make the difference between a missed opportunity and a blossoming connection

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