8 PSYCHOLOGICAL HACKS THAT WORK LIKE A MAGIC.

Have you ever been in a situation where you said yes to something you regretted later?

Like agreeing to be the designated driver after you've had three margaritas?

Or have you ever found yourself in the middle of a situation you swore you'd never be in, like trying to explain to a toddler why they can't bring their pet dinosaur to school? 

Well, maybe your friends used some sneaky psychological tactics to persuade you. Or maybe they just have a way with words.

Anyway, here are eight psychological tricks that work like a charm. 

First off, call them by their name. It's like getting a personalized message from a celebrity. People love hearing their name, especially when you say it with enthusiasm. It's like getting an unexpected hug from your favorite aunt.

Next up, try handing someone something in the middle of a conversation. It's a bit like the game of hot potato, but with random objects. It's bizarre how people will take almost anything you hand them when they're engaged in a conversation. You can even try it with a banana peel, and they'll probably take it without batting an eyelash.

Thirdly, try the Pavlov theory by chewing gum during an exam. It's like a magic spell that can help you remember all the boring stuff you studied. Pick a unique flavor of gum and chew it while you study. Your brain will associate that flavor with the information, and you'll remember it during the exam. It's a bit like training your brain to be a dog, but in a good way.

Number four, try imagining you're where you want to be in life. It's like creating your own happy place in your head. Cognitive dissonance is a big word that means your beliefs and actions don't match up. But if you convince your mind that you're already the person you want to be, your behavior will start to match your thoughts. It's like Jedi mind tricks, but for your own benefit.

Fifth on the list, ask for a big favor, then change it to a smaller one. It's like playing a game of reverse psychology. Ask for something big, like a million dollars, then change it to something smaller, like a high-five. Your friend will be more likely to say yes to the smaller request because it feels like a compromise.

Sixth, try mirroring someone's body language. It's like becoming a chameleon, but with people. Mimic their gestures and movements, and they'll start to feel like you're on the same wavelength. It's like a secret handshake, but with your whole body.

Number seven, use the power of silence. It's like a superhero power, but with words. Sometimes, saying nothing can be more powerful than saying something. Just stay quiet, and let the other person fill in the gaps. It's like playing a game of psychological chicken, but with your mouth shut.

Finally, number eight, try the foot-in-the-door technique. It's like getting your foot in the door, but in a metaphorical sense. Ask for a small favor, like borrowing a pen, then gradually build up to bigger requests, like borrowing their car. It's like slowly infiltrating their life, but in a friendly way.

So there you have it, eight psychological tricks that actually work. Try them out on your friends, your enemies, or your pet dinosaur. Who knows, you might just become a psychological mastermind.