People benefit from deep conversations, but we often stick to small talk with strangers because we underestimate how much they're interested in our lives, according to new research from The University of Texas at Austin.
Social Sciences
Nov 19, 2021
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People benefit from deep and meaningful conversations that help us forge connections with one another, but we often stick to small talk with strangers because we underestimate how much others are interested in our lives and ...
Social Sciences
Sep 30, 2021
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The first humanoid robot in space with speech capability made small talk with a Japanese astronaut and said it had no problem with zero gravity on the International Space Station.
Space Exploration
Dec 20, 2013
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Some people look forward to the holidays all year—the decorations, the food, the get-togethers. Others find that stressful, and still others may not feel up to the festivities at all. Maybe you've felt all those emotions ...
Social Sciences
Dec 13, 2023
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A reading project pairing the old and young helps to boost well-being among children and the elderly, analysis shows.
Social Sciences
Jan 17, 2023
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Small island states are losing their patience with big polluting nations as they suffer the devastating impacts of climate change. Without significant movement at the forthcoming COP27 climate talks in Egypt, a pivotal vote ...
Earth Sciences
Nov 4, 2022
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Small talk between colleagues—about the weekend, the weather or last night's TV—may seem unimportant but it has a big impact on our wellbeing at work.
Economics & Business
Jun 19, 2020
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There's the old saying that you should never discuss politics or religion in polite company. Nowadays, it seems climate change has joined that list.
Environment
Jul 15, 2019
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You know you want to end your relationship, but you're nervous and don't want to be hurtful. So you spend the first 10 minutes of your dinner date making friendly and fidgety small talk before diving into the matter at hand.
Social Sciences
Oct 5, 2017
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Whether sealed with a handshake, a million-dollar contract, or a string of curses, every business deal is a reflection of trust. Both parties trust that the other will hold up their end of the bargain. Good negotiators have ...
Social Sciences
Jun 17, 2015
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