The Ben Franklin effect.
- The Ben Franklin effect is a known psychological effect to change the perception that others have of us by allowing them to do us a favor.
- They must be favors that are not heavy, annoying or expensive.
- Psychology : since considering ourselves worthy of their time and attention forces them to see ourselves in a more favorable light , as valuable and kind people.
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