{"id":393,"date":"2023-06-04T15:21:02","date_gmt":"2023-06-04T15:21:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.chaskadentist.com\/blog\/?p=393"},"modified":"2023-07-21T15:23:40","modified_gmt":"2023-07-21T15:23:40","slug":"useful-tips-for-seeming-friendlier-and-more-approachable","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.chaskadentist.com\/blog\/2023\/06\/04\/useful-tips-for-seeming-friendlier-and-more-approachable\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Useful Tips for Seeming Friendlier &amp; More Approachable"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.chaskadentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/image-300x200.png\" alt=\"a woman smiling while shaking a man\u2019s hand\" class=\"wp-image-394\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.chaskadentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/image-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/www.chaskadentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/image-768x513.png 768w, https:\/\/www.chaskadentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/image.png 975w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>You\u2019re going to meet so many people throughout your lifetime\u2014and whether it\u2019s for a job interview, a first date, or something else entirely, you should want the impression you leave to be both lasting <em>and <\/em>positive. This is where your smile comes in handy; a healthy, attractive grin can work wonders for the first impressions you make. But your pearly whites aren\u2019t the only assets you have access to when it comes to appearing more approachable. Here are five useful tips <a href=\"https:\/\/www.chaskadentist.com\/new-patients.html\">your dentist<\/a> wants you to keep in mind that can help you make the most of every social situation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tip #1. Make &amp; Maintain Eye Contact<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Eye contact between two people is a sign of mutual respect, and you\u2019ve probably been told your whole life that you should look a person right in the eyes when they\u2019re addressing you. This might seem intimidating at first, but it certainly gets easier with practice. When you greet someone, don\u2019t hesitate to maintain an extra second or two of eye contact\u2014it can make friendly situations even friendlier, and hostile or awkward situations less daunting!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tip #2. Be Mindful of Your Facial Expression<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It never hurts to flash a friendly smile toward a stranger or someone you\u2019ve just met, as it often channels feelings of warmth or openness, but you should be careful\u2014sometimes an ill-timed smile can come off as insincere, sardonic, or even as a cover-up for nervousness. Make an effort to smile when you\u2019ve just listened to someone tell a joke or story, or if you\u2019re saying hello or goodbye. Otherwise, it\u2019s often useful to keep a neutral facial expression; just don\u2019t walk around frowning or scowling!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tip #3. Use Open Body Language<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s important to maintain good body posture for the sake of your back and neck, but it also pays dividends in social situations. You might seem a little arrogant or stuck-up if you constantly have your arms crossed, or your head tilted back. But if your head is always hanging down, you might come off as upset, nervous, or insecure. Stand tall, keep your gaze horizontal, and angle yourself toward the people you\u2019re interacting with.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tip #4. Avoid Covering Up<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You should try to avoid wearing hoodies, sunglasses, big scarves, or other accessories that cover up portions of your face. People tend to get a little uncomfortable if they can\u2019t see someone\u2019s eyes or the face they\u2019re making, and if you\u2019re constantly covering yourself up, it can signal that you\u2019re uneasy yourself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tip #5. Show Authentic Interest in People\u2019s Lives<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It can go a long way to show interest in other people\u2019s hobbies, weekend plans, or other types of life events. Don\u2019t hesitate to make a positive comment or remark every once in a while, and when you show interest, be sure you\u2019re sincere with your inquiries. If you can make a concentrated effort to listen and bring up things someone has previously mentioned before, they\u2019ll naturally gravitate toward you!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The team at White Oak Dental is excited to provide families in the Chaska, MN community with an unmatched level of dental care. Under the leadership of Dr. Mark Stapleton, the practice offers a wide range of preventive, cosmetic, and restorative services that are geared toward helping you and your loved ones achieve and maintain healthy, beautiful smiles. 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