The Simple Habit for a Happier Social Life | Nicholas Epley | TED
Humans are highly social beings who thrive on connection, yet daily we avoid opportunities to engage—e.g., ignoring strangers, preferring texts over talks, sticking to small talk. The speaker recounts how he broke the silence on a train by complimenting a woman’s red hat and sparking a meaningful 30-minute conversation, proving that simple acts like sincere greetings and specific compliments can transform strangers into acquaintances—and boost happiness.
入选理由:研究显示人类因社交连接而更幸福健康,但现实中普遍存在‘社交回避’行为,如避免与陌生人交谈、倾向用文字代替面对面沟通。
