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How to make friends, and how to improve your social skills! We will go over everything you need to know to make your social life bloom. You host Nathan Ament, previously shy person who is getting better by the day, will tell you everything he's learned...and is still learning.

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    • Jul 31, 2022 LATEST EPISODE
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    TSSL - Episode 21 - Music Festivals & Life Stuff

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2022 24:53


    In this episode I'm sharing what's been going on in my life and facing tough times and also sharing some things that can help you with some practical social skills and what not. I always appreciate any support ; D https://www.patreon.com/TSSLpodcastpaypal.me/TSSLpodcastThank you!! Thank you! - Nathan.  : DSupport the show

    TSSL - Episode 20 - Respect & Apathy

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2022 29:57


    This week we touch on apathetic friendships and why they might be damaging to you and also we talk about why it's best to start with respect and, even though I said it wrong,  - 'If you want respect you have to earn respect' might be bullshit. I always appreciate any support ; D https://www.patreon.com/TSSLpodcastpaypal.me/TSSLpodcastThank you!! Thank you! - Nathan.  : DMusic by Wax Mustang - PowerballLinks from show:Dancing Guy at MIA show and why being no 2 is good tooIt's your friends who break your heart - a story on apathyZen Stories - audiobookSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/TSSLpodcast)

    TSSL - Episode 19 - More Great Tips for Talking to People!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2022 27:22 Transcription Available


    Once again we are just talking shop. We talk about body language, barriers to communication (from People Skills by Robert Bolton), seeing things at gray as opposed to everything being black & white, overcoming the fear of rejections and much more. Music by Wax Mustang - PowerballI always appreciate any support ; D https://www.patreon.com/TSSLpodcastpaypal.me/TSSLpodcastThank you!! (I like money)  - NathanSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/TSSLpodcast)

    TSSL - Episode 18 - How to not get Jaded

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2021 27:12 Transcription Available


    It's been a while, but we are back with a new episode talking about some new tips and how to get better at reading body language. Big thank you to Tap Daddy who's music is on the show now 'All Falls in Line'Be sure to check out his YouTube channel for more great tunage:TapDaddyBeatsI always appreciate any support ; D https://www.patreon.com/TSSLpodcastpaypal.me/TSSLpodcastThank you!! Thank you! - Nathan.  : DSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/TSSLpodcast)

    TSSL - Episode 17 - How to Stop Caring What Others Think About YOU

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2021 28:16 Transcription Available


    So this week we talk about some good tips on how to not care so much about what others think of you, which is helpful because as you improve you social skills you are often putting yourself out there to be judged. We also talk about when it can be good to break some of the rules we've been talking about. Know the rules so you can BREAK the rules. Be sure to check out The Hidden Brain Podcast - especially the recent episodes - 'Hummer Us' & 'The Story of Stories'Thank you so much to Wax Mustang for the intro and outtro music - "Powerball"....I always appreciate any support ; D https://www.patreon.com/TSSLpodcastpaypal.me/TSSLpodcastThank you!! Thank you! - Nathan.  : DSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/TSSLpodcast)

    TSSL - Episode 16 - Assigning Value and Measuring Your Progress

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2021 24:00 Transcription Available


    This week we talk about why you should stop assigning value to your interpretations of situations that come up. We also talk about the Wheel of Life, a self-assessment tool to help you measure your progress as you improve you life and improve your social skills/////I always appreciate any support ; D https://www.patreon.com/TSSLpodcastpaypal.me/TSSLpodcastThank you!! - Nathan.  : D\\Thank you so much to Wax Mustang for the intro and outtro music - Powerball!Be sure to check out Radical Honesty by Brad mo fo Blanton Ph mo fo D.Link to Stephen Mitchell's The Tao Te Ching audiobook Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/TSSLpodcast)

    TSSL - Episode 15 - Let's Review the Basics

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2021 25:36 Transcription Available


    We've gone over a lot of information in the last 14 episodes. I thought it might be nice to recap the most important elements of making new friends. If you like the show please leave a review  and subscribe. Thank you, thank you, THANK YOU!!!! Have a great week!////I always appreciate any support ; D https://www.patreon.com/TSSLpodcastpaypal.me/TSSLpodcastThank you!! - Nathan.  : DSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/TSSLpodcast)

    TSSL - Episode 14 - Trust and the 3 Treasures

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 27, 2020 30:24 Transcription Available


    This week we have some more really good tips for you and we even get a little Zenned out.  We talk about if someone says they're 'not....' something, they probably are. We also talk about trust and experience. We also talk about minimalism and for more information on that there's an awesome book called Clear Your Clutter with Feng Shui, be sure to check that out. Special thanks to Wax Mustang for our into and outtro music - Powerball......I always appreciate any support ; D https://www.patreon.com/TSSLpodcastpaypal.me/TSSLpodcastThank you!! - Nathan.  : DSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/TSSLpodcast)

    TSSL - Episode 13 - Telling Stories and More Tips!!!!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2020 27:12 Transcription Available


    Hey hey! It's been a minute but we are back with some great tips that I've been thinking about and we are going to talk about story telling. Telling stories is a big part of socializing and goes back to caveman days, so it's gotta be important right?Be sure to check out the Charisma on Command channel, so much fantastic content and also The Art of Mingling, some pretty good tips to try out. Thank you so much to Wax Mustang for the intro and outtro music - Powerball!...I always appreciate any support ; D https://www.patreon.com/TSSLpodcastpaypal.me/TSSLpodcastThank you!! - Nathan.  : DSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/TSSLpodcast)

    TSSL - Episode 12 - More Tips & Customer Service Skills

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2020 26:55 Transcription Available


    This week we talk about some quick and easy tips to help you oil the gears of your daily social interactions. We also talk about why it's important to bring your whole game to the table, not to do things half a**ed and how to take a compliment. We also go into dealing with customer service and how to put your skills into action to get your $ back. I always appreciate any support ; D https://www.patreon.com/TSSLpodcastpaypal.me/TSSLpodcastThank you!! - Nathan.  : DSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/TSSLpodcast)

    TSSL - Episode 11 - Attitude & Applying The Skills

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2020 25:36 Transcription Available


    This week we talk about attitude. Your attitude can be your greatest asset or your greatest hinderance depending on what you choose to bring. We also talk about applying what you learn because you can read books all day on dancing, but unless you apply what you know you will never get better until you do it, same goes with social skills, there is a ton to learn but none of it is going to stick unless you actually talk to people and try out the things you are learning. I always appreciate any support ; D https://www.patreon.com/TSSLpodcastpaypal.me/TSSLpodcastThank you!! - Nathan.  : DRecommended book - The Power of Now for learning how to Zen out and shrink your egoMusic by Wax MustangSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/TSSLpodcast)

    TSSL - Episode 10 - Bullying & Having Fun

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2020 26:40 Transcription Available


    This week we talk about how to avoid bullying by knowing how to use verbal judo. Mostly by shrinking your ego and just not taking anything personally. We also talk about having fun, using creativity and being adventurous. I always appreciate any support ; D https://www.patreon.com/TSSLpodcastpaypal.me/TSSLpodcastThank you!! - Nathan.  : DLink to Stephen Mitchell's The Tao Te Ching audiobook Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/TSSLpodcast)

    TSSL - Episode 9 - When to Apologize & Having a Great Vibe ;D

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2020 18:52 Transcription Available


    Sometimes you just F-up and have to apologize. If you aren't messing up then you aren't pushing yourself hard enough, so it's kind of a two way street. So this week we cover apologizing for when you miss the mark. Just make sure you aren't one of those people who apologize for every little thing. That can be annoying. We also go a little deeper into having a 'Good Vibe' because when you have a good vibe then you conversations go so much better than if you are putting off zero vibe. It's basically having a cool energy about you and it helps when you are in a playful and fun mood!!I always appreciate any support ; D https://www.patreon.com/TSSLpodcastpaypal.me/TSSLpodcastThank you!! - Nathan.  : DSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/TSSLpodcast)

    TSSL - Episode 8 - What Is a Friend & The Social Circle

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2020 25:43 Transcription Available


    This week we are grateful for electricity and we also ask ourselves, "What is a friend?" Well, it's regular shared positive emotions with another great person, simple right? We also talk about the Social Circle and how if you aren't expanding your Social Circle then it is probably shrinking. Be sure to check out a couple great books I mentioned on this show about better etiquette and how Feng Shui can make your spot the spot to be!I always appreciate any support ; D https://www.patreon.com/TSSLpodcastpaypal.me/TSSLpodcastThank you!! - Nathan.  : DAs a Gentlemen Would Say & Clear Your Clutter With Feng ShuiSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/TSSLpodcast)

    TSSL - Episode 7 - Being Funny And Your Personal Boundary

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2020 23:39 Transcription Available


    This week we talk about being more funny. If you want to be more social then being more funny is only going to help you, so we talk about ways that you can work on your humorous side. We also talk about the psychological concept of the 'Personal Boundary'. Very important to being a well rounded, mature person. Something that will communicate that you have your life together and can be counted on.I always appreciate any support ; D https://www.patreon.com/TSSLpodcastpaypal.me/TSSLpodcastThank you!! - Nathan.  : DBe sure to check out these two links for some funny ideas that we talk about on the podcast:Good Talk Podcast with Anthony JeselnikAsssscat Improv with the Upright Citizens BrigadeSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/TSSLpodcast)

    TSSL - Episode 6 - Being Non-Judgemental And What Is Cool?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2020 29:29 Transcription Available


    In this episode we talk about more ideas on how to put a good vibe when you are socializing. Specifically how to be more non-judgmental and why that is a better way to communicate with others and also what it means to be cool. Also what isn't cool and also talk about a lot of other tips that will help you. I also mention a video I saw recently that will really help you with reading body language. It's from Marcus Oakey and his channel - YourCharismaCoach, check out his stuff it's great!I always appreciate any support ; D https://www.patreon.com/TSSLpodcastpaypal.me/TSSLpodcastThank you!! - Nathan.  : DMarcus Interviews Hypnotist Igor LedochowskiSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/TSSLpodcast)

    TSSL - Episode 5 - Saying Hello and Exchanging Contact Info

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2020 31:39 Transcription Available


    This week we go into the logistics of the 'hello' and how to not make it awkward. We also talk about how great the book 'People Skills' by Dr Robert Bolton is for learning listening skills and also The Tao Te Ching and The Second Book of the Tao by Stephen Mitchell is. These are two resources you should definitely check out. We also talk about exchanging contact info so you can keep in touch and make a better connection. We talk about other stuff too, check it out and tell a friend!!Help buy my beer ; D https://www.patreon.com/TSSLpodcastpaypal.me/TSSLpodcastThank you!! - Nathan.  : DSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/TSSLpodcast)

    TSSL - Episode 4 - Being Present and Listening Skills (This Is So KEY!!)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2020 27:44 Transcription Available


    This week we dive into listening skills because most people have crappy listening skills, and YOU can make a huge impact by being an expert listener. Good listening skills makes socializing so much easier because it gives you everything you need to guide a conversation and to make the other person at ease when opening up to you. We talk about active listening skills and being present, and also some great tips to help you along the way.Help buy my beer ; D https://www.patreon.com/TSSLpodcastpaypal.me/TSSLpodcastThank you!! - Nathan.  : DSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/TSSLpodcast)

    TSSL - Episode 3 - Where To Meet New People And What To Talk About

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2020 33:04 Transcription Available


    In this episode we dive into some great ways to develop a social lifestyle and where to meet new people. We also talk about some great ways to always have something cool to talk about with people, how to always have fresh topics for you socializing. Help buy my beer ; D https://www.patreon.com/TSSLpodcastpaypal.me/TSSLpodcastThank you!! - Nathan.  : DSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/TSSLpodcast)

    TSSL - Episode 2 - Welcome back! This week we dive into body language and approbation ;D

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2020 30:11 Transcription Available


    Body language is super important when it comes to communication and social skills. How you present yourself should be on you mind when you talk to people. We talk about how you can improve your vocal tonality and how you can improve your posture and also I talk about one of the most important lessons from Dale Carnegie. Help buy my beer ; D https://www.patreon.com/TSSLpodcastpaypal.me/TSSLpodcastThank you!! - Nathan.  : DSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/TSSLpodcast)

    TSSL - Episode 1 - Welcome to the brand spankin' new - Social Skills Lab!!!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2020 24:04 Transcription Available


    Hey there...this is a podcast for anyone interested in working on, brushing up on, or overhauling their social skills. Social skills are critical for navigating this crazy crazy world and guess what - it's a lot of fun too. Every week we'll talk about tips and ideas that you can you to get better at your social skills. Don't forget to subscribe and tell your friend. Help buy my beer ; D https://www.patreon.com/TSSLpodcastpaypal.me/TSSLpodcastThank you!! - NateSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/TSSLpodcast)

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