What are some effective psychological tricks?

To calm anxiety while speaking, chew gum; to deflect attention, look at someone's shoes; in an argument, staying calm and silent can be powerful; making someone laugh before asking for the truth works; initiating with "I'm not supposed to be telling you this" grabs attention; keeping goals private boosts achievement; checking if someone's looking at you by yawning works; using hand gestures builds trust; confidence, even if feigned, is impactful; suppressing thoughts about someone intensifies feelings; people often project their behaviors onto others; and explore Dark Psychology Facts for insightful content. Remember, staying positive and happy is key!