The 2 angles of intimidation that led to Sarkozy’s collapse — In 2007, French President Sarkozy was giving a press conference in Russia. But something unusual was happening… Sarkozy appeared lost, almost as if he was drunk. At the time, no one suspected it, but Putin had heavily intimidated him. Politicians have a unique combination of immense power and high media…

3 game-changing techniques you can use today — At some point, we all face the challenge of requesting things that make us uneasy. Often, we do so out of necessity. But what if the process could be made simpler? #1 Call for Coincidence To be the one actively seeking assistance or announcing bad news is madness. They’ll label you as the joy-flap. …

A comprehensive guide to neutralizing your enemies and striking back with efficiency — If you think you can lead an easy life without any rivalry, you’re either delusional or lack ambition. There will always be unexpected enemies and sneak attacks to deal with. So forget about playing nice. All you need is a well-thought-out intimidation strategy. You’re not here to learn how to…

To those around you, concessions are signs that you are willing to give them greater access to your personal space. — Nobody wants to inflict harm without a valid reason. “Goodness” is a quality we can all aspire to as it is simply about being good to others. But it’s important to be cautious and discerning. Sometimes an act of kindness can do more harm than good to one’s own well-being. …

Concepts are just more ways to make excuses. — If you’ve ever tried to make sense of the seemingly endless content about introversion and extroversion, you’re in the right place. It’s time to cut off this limiting belief you’re either a shy introvert or an alpha male extrovert. …

Your fortune teller isn’t any more gifted than you; she just knows how to decode the hidden clues you unwittingly give away. — Nonverbal communication covers a much wider range of human interactions than you might think. Now, you can be an uninvolved observer of them or take your social skills to the next level by learning the craft of face reading. Here are 4 steps to improve your mind-reading skills.

Reciprocity is both a blessing and a curse, as it fosters relationships, but also exposes us to manipulation — Reciprocity is our innate drive to repay a favor, often without us even realizing it. Here are 3 simple steps to disarm manipulative reciprocity. 1. Know Your Enemy: The True Face of a Favor We don’t see it. But every time someone pays special attention to us, we build them a little office in the socialization corner of our brain…

Apologies have become nothing more than empty platitudes, a symptom of the times we live in — People evade responsibility by making excuses. And often. They suffer the consequences without realizing it. There are right and wrong ways to say apologies. Let’s review 3 common mistakes and workarounds. 1. Poor Apologies Destroy Trust Rather Than Rebuilding It It was a year ago. I really liked this girl. But she completely shattered my trust with her inability…

Family dinners are the best example of this. — When people of different generations, backgrounds, and beliefs come together, it can be a ticking time bomb of conflict. Whether you’re with your family or at work, think twice before tackling a sensitive subject. Debate is not a sign of courage, honor, or a way to have a good time…