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While some scientists argue about whether it is possible to develop intelligence throughout life or whether our intelligence is limited by genetics, others have tackled more pressing problems. They figured out how to look, if not smarter, then at least not dumber than we really are.
Here's a list of the most powerful yet easy ways to pass for smart.
Work on your appearance
We think nice people are smarter than others. This is a stereotype that has proven to be true, as research by British psychologist Satoshi Kanazawa has shown.
Beautiful people are genetically perfect. They are both more pleasant in appearance and smarter. Such superiority has developed over the centuries, so those around them feel it subconsciously and draw conclusions that are not inferior in accuracy to IQ tests.
It is not so difficult to deceive public opinion. Get a haircut that emphasizes your facial features; visit your dentist if you need, for example, to whiten your teeth; use makeup if you need to make your facial features more symmetrical.
Don't neglect first impressions
They say that they are greeted by their clothes, but they are escorted by their minds. Judging by the scientific work of the Coastal Carolina University team, the first impression made by a personably dressed person lasts much longer than is commonly believed. Perhaps this happens not only because others perceive us somehow differently, but also because it helps to gather and show ourselves from the most advantageous side.
Don't be afraid to make eye contact
Some cultures do not make eye contact when speaking. But if you are not communicating with a bearer of similar national traditions, then it is simply necessary to look into the eyes. According to a study by Professor Nora A. Murphy, eye contact during a conversation will build you a reputation for being open and confident in your intelligence, and at the same time will convince others of this.
But if that didn't work out, put on ...
... thick rimmed glasses
A team of scientists from the University of Vienna shared the results of an unusual study. We are all familiar with the magical effect of a pair of glasses that makes any face more intelligent. But it turns out that there is still a relationship between the thickness of the frame and the strength of such an impact. Rimless glasses have less persuasive power than thick-rimmed glasses. So, if you want to appear smarter, choose a thicker frame.
Speak clearly
American physicist Leonard Mlodinov that a certain manner of speech believes to create an impression of yourself as an intelligent person, even if you do not have enough stars from the sky. Speak clearly, do not drag out dramatic pauses. Do not use technical terms if you are not sure that the person will understand you, because he may decide that you are doing it on purpose to make him look stupid. Do you want to be a smart conversationalist? Then become a pleasant conversationalist.
... and smile
According to a study conducted at the Charles University in Prague, smiling people seem to us not only more benevolent, but also smarter than unsmiling people. True, this is more true for men. Perhaps because women already smile more often, or because the smile on a woman's face is associated with frivolity.
Write so that you can be easily understood
In our time, when the exchange of written messages has become much more popular than other types of communication, the ability to correctly and clearly express your thoughts is becoming more important than eloquence.
The Princeton University team conducted an interesting study that found the relationship between the simplicity of the written text and the author's reputation. It turned out that the simpler the text is presented, the more intelligent the readers of the author think.
Dilute the text with graphs
Graphs will add to your text the humble charm of a science that tries to be understandable to ordinary people. It doesn't matter that not everyone understands graphs. The main thing is what effect they have on the viewer. The Cornell University team found that text with graphs convinces the reader more than text without them, inspires trust in the author, and builds a reputation for being a talented person.
Walk like everyone else
Thanks to an unusual study, it turned out that people whose gait speed is different from the rest are considered not very smart. And not without reason. After all, they get out of the general rhythm of the flow of people, cause collisions, falls, clothes splattered with coffee and spoiled mood. If you do not want to be considered a fool, then walk like everyone else.
Joke and appreciate someone else's humor
If you at least react to other people's jokes, then this is already regarded by society as one of the signs of intelligence. At the same time, the ability to joke is rather a pleasant bonus, but the ability to react to the humor of others is a necessity.
Here's a list of the most powerful yet easy ways to pass for smart.
Work on your appearance
We think nice people are smarter than others. This is a stereotype that has proven to be true, as research by British psychologist Satoshi Kanazawa has shown.
Beautiful people are genetically perfect. They are both more pleasant in appearance and smarter. Such superiority has developed over the centuries, so those around them feel it subconsciously and draw conclusions that are not inferior in accuracy to IQ tests.
It is not so difficult to deceive public opinion. Get a haircut that emphasizes your facial features; visit your dentist if you need, for example, to whiten your teeth; use makeup if you need to make your facial features more symmetrical.
Don't neglect first impressions
They say that they are greeted by their clothes, but they are escorted by their minds. Judging by the scientific work of the Coastal Carolina University team, the first impression made by a personably dressed person lasts much longer than is commonly believed. Perhaps this happens not only because others perceive us somehow differently, but also because it helps to gather and show ourselves from the most advantageous side.
Don't be afraid to make eye contact
Some cultures do not make eye contact when speaking. But if you are not communicating with a bearer of similar national traditions, then it is simply necessary to look into the eyes. According to a study by Professor Nora A. Murphy, eye contact during a conversation will build you a reputation for being open and confident in your intelligence, and at the same time will convince others of this.
But if that didn't work out, put on ...
... thick rimmed glasses
A team of scientists from the University of Vienna shared the results of an unusual study. We are all familiar with the magical effect of a pair of glasses that makes any face more intelligent. But it turns out that there is still a relationship between the thickness of the frame and the strength of such an impact. Rimless glasses have less persuasive power than thick-rimmed glasses. So, if you want to appear smarter, choose a thicker frame.
Speak clearly
American physicist Leonard Mlodinov that a certain manner of speech believes to create an impression of yourself as an intelligent person, even if you do not have enough stars from the sky. Speak clearly, do not drag out dramatic pauses. Do not use technical terms if you are not sure that the person will understand you, because he may decide that you are doing it on purpose to make him look stupid. Do you want to be a smart conversationalist? Then become a pleasant conversationalist.
... and smile
According to a study conducted at the Charles University in Prague, smiling people seem to us not only more benevolent, but also smarter than unsmiling people. True, this is more true for men. Perhaps because women already smile more often, or because the smile on a woman's face is associated with frivolity.
Write so that you can be easily understood
In our time, when the exchange of written messages has become much more popular than other types of communication, the ability to correctly and clearly express your thoughts is becoming more important than eloquence.
The Princeton University team conducted an interesting study that found the relationship between the simplicity of the written text and the author's reputation. It turned out that the simpler the text is presented, the more intelligent the readers of the author think.
Dilute the text with graphs
Graphs will add to your text the humble charm of a science that tries to be understandable to ordinary people. It doesn't matter that not everyone understands graphs. The main thing is what effect they have on the viewer. The Cornell University team found that text with graphs convinces the reader more than text without them, inspires trust in the author, and builds a reputation for being a talented person.
Walk like everyone else
Thanks to an unusual study, it turned out that people whose gait speed is different from the rest are considered not very smart. And not without reason. After all, they get out of the general rhythm of the flow of people, cause collisions, falls, clothes splattered with coffee and spoiled mood. If you do not want to be considered a fool, then walk like everyone else.
Joke and appreciate someone else's humor
If you at least react to other people's jokes, then this is already regarded by society as one of the signs of intelligence. At the same time, the ability to joke is rather a pleasant bonus, but the ability to react to the humor of others is a necessity.
