August 04, 2024

6 Tips on How To be More Likeable According to Science

6 minutes

An attractive personality refers to likeability. It’s simply impossible for everyone in the world to like you, but that doesn’t mean you should throw away the chance to become someone better for yourself and for others. You have good qualities as well as room for growth, but if you want to build an attractive personality, where should you start? We have six tips in store for you to build an attractive personality, according to science. Here are 6 tips on how to be more likable.

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