As you read this, I’m flying back to The U.S. from China. Alone. While I was there, I ran a marathon. Alone. I stayed in a hotel room alone (mostly). I wandered around Beijing alone. I sat down to eat at the local restaurants alone. This is normal for me. Sometimes, people ask, “Tyler, wouldn’t… Continue…
Category Archives: Relationships
The Art and Science of Making Great First Impressions
Decades of research have found 6 primary qualities that go into a successful first impression. To make better first impressions, implement these 6 rules. Continue…
What the Heck Is an Introvert, Anyway?
Introvert. The word is more popular than ever. But what does it *really* mean? And are you one? We went to the end of the earth to find out. Continue…
Lower Your Serotonin to Lower Your Social Anxiety
Serotonin can treat all kinds of psychological issues, but research suggests people who suffer from social anxiety actually need less of it. Continue…
The Psychology of Dressing Well (And Why You Must To Get Anywhere In Life)
I used to be a sloppy dresser. I never liked that I had to dress a certain way to get the respect I thought I deserved or to get people to listen to me. “What a sham!” I would tell myself. “People should respect me because I know what I’m talking about, not because I’m… Continue…
How to Manage Your Overwhelming Social Calendar
It’s easy for an introvert to become overwhelmed by a busy social life. Here are 6 ideas to thrive socially without burning out. Continue…
Your Attachment Style Determines the Quality of Your Connections
The quality of your relationships is highly connected to your attachment style. You built yours long ago without knowing it, but it’s never too late to improve it. Continue…
To Avoid Loneliness, Focus on Connecting Instead of Impressing
If you want more and better relationships, focus more on connecting with people over everyday things and less on impressing them. Continue…
The Bill Murray Technique: How To Improvise Through Anything
Four, simple things you can practice every day will help you find the “right thing to say” in any situation. Even if you’re nervous or uncomfortable. Continue…
Happy People Know Relationships Take Work
Research on healthy relationships shows if you want stronger, long-lasting connections, you have to develop the right mindset. Continue…