Laughing at yourself to connect better with people
Disclosing funny things or weaknesses about oneself can reduce tension and anxiety for you and the other person.
It makes others feel comfortable because you are self-accepting. It breaks down barriers and makes people realize each other’s similarities, makes us relatable, and builds rapport.
But remember not to be cynical because too self-deprecating humor makes people feel uncomfortable. It shows the possibility of underlying emotional problems like low self-esteem.
24
111 reads
The idea is part of this collection:
Learn more about entertainment with this collection
Understanding the concept of the self
The importance of living in the present moment
The illusion of control
Related collections
Similar ideas to Laughing at yourself to connect better with people
Why we connect with others better when they're vulnerable
Research shows we feel more comfortable around people who are vulnerable because they seem authentic. When we recognize someone as being inauthentic or "putting on airs", it makes us uncomfortable and we feel less connected to them.
This seems to come from a basis of trust.
It's not j...
Read & Learn
20x Faster
without
deepstash
with
deepstash
with
deepstash
Personalized microlearning
—
100+ Learning Journeys
—
Access to 200,000+ ideas
—
Access to the mobile app
—
Unlimited idea saving
—
—
Unlimited history
—
—
Unlimited listening to ideas
—
—
Downloading & offline access
—
—
Supercharge your mind with one idea per day
Enter your email and spend 1 minute every day to learn something new.
I agree to receive email updates