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Speaking of Psychology — Why being ‘a little more social’ makes us happier than we expect, with Nicholas Epley, PhD
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Why being ‘a little more social’ makes us happier than we expect, with Nicholas Epley, PhD

Speaking of Psychology · 380

From chatting with a stranger on the train to reaching out to an old friend, everyday social interactions make us happier than we realize. Yet many people avoid these moments because they expect them to feel awkward or uncomfortable. Nicholas Epley, PhD, author of ‘A Little More Social,’ discusses why people…

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