7 Simple Ways to Become More Likable (Without Changing Who You Are)

…unless you hate people. That you’ll need to change.

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You don’t have to change who you are to be more likable.

Now, a quick clarification…

If you’ve allowed yourself to become a hateful or bitter person, that will require a core change. But it’s the kind of change you should welcome. No one benefits — certainly not you — from living a life characterized by contempt and malice.

Otherwise, you’ll just need to make some adjustments around the edges and incorporate some new (relatively painless) habits.

Be a Smiler

It’s so simple and yet so effective. When you smile more, you show the people around you and in front of you that you welcome them and you approach life with a positive spirit.

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A sincere smile is disarming and makes you appear warm and approachable.

What if I don’t feel like smiling?

First, making all your choices based solely or mainly on your feelings is a recipe for disaster.