Varia Flashcards
What one need to do to survive the storm per father Schmitz?
Courage
and
Faith
What is the worse, most deadly state of mind per father Schmitz?
resentment
the best way to avoid it, is to stay curious as to why this is happening to you
Why should you write your goals?
70% of those who write them- achieve them, and only 35% of those who don’t
Principle of healing in psychology?
You need to feel it to heal it
What do you need to lose first in order to lose your way?
You lose “why” before you lose the way.
Protect the “why”!
Advice from 100yo, the oldest practicing doctor, a neurologist, Dr Howard Tucker:
The real secret to longevity is that there are no secrets.
But we live daily and die once, so we must make the most of the time we have.
Science of likeability for first contact?
The 55–38–7 Rule:
55% of likability comes from body language,
38% from tone
7% from words.
Instant connection hack:
Use a micro-observation + light vulnerability to spark instant rapport.
Formula:
“[Specific observation about them/context] + [Playful self-disclosure]”
Instant connection with stranger:
Them: Waiting in line, sighing impatiently.
You: “If this line takes longer, I might start singing show tunes. Fair warning.”
Why it works:
Mirrors their emotion (frustration) → validation.
Humor disarms: Signals you’re safe to engage with.
What should you pair with your verbal hack?
Open posture (uncrossed arms), warm vocal tone (slightly lower pitch), and micro-smile (eyes crinkle, not just lips).
What is an example of open posture?
Uncrossed arms.
What is a characteristic of a warm vocal tone?
A slightly lower pitch.
What does a micro-smile involve?
Eyes crinkle, not just lips.