By Alicia • 21 Comments
Have you ever been curious about what it is exactly that makes popular people popular? There are some habits popular people have that tend to make others notice and like them. That’s what popularity is, right? Being noticeable and likable all rolled into one. If you’re hoping to become more popular, these are some tips to help you.
People who’re truly popular are kind to others. They have good hearts and love to show that in their conversations and interactions with others. Someone may be in the “in crowd” but not be popular with a large majority. You can be well-known without being a popular person. But those who practice kindness are hard-pressed to find an enemy.
Popular people are comfortable in their own skin. They don’t waste time trying to be someone they’re not. They know themselves well and they know what they stand for. They aren’t afraid to show that to others, either. They are who they are and that’s all there is to it.
Popular people are rarely negative individuals. They usually have a positive attitude and are optimistic about their life. Their sunny personality draws people to them, which is no surprise. We all love to be around happy people who encourage us to look on the bright side of things. Positivity is a magnetic personality trait; it draws people to you.
Most popular people have a good sense of humor and love to make others laugh. They’re funny and can make many different types of stories entertaining. Even a trip to the gas station can give them a story to tell. They love to joke and make others laugh. Allowing your funny side to show will help you gain popularity if that’s something you desire in your life.
People who’re popular aren’t necessarily beauty queens, but they put some effort into their appearance. They have their lazy days just like the rest of us but those aren’t the majority of their days. They try to look nice on a regular basis. It isn’t really so much about what they wear as much as it is the effort behind it. Everyone has their own unique style. Popular people embrace their style and enjoy it to the fullest.
Truly popular people talk to everyone. They aren’t snobby or rude to others. They know that making friends and being well-liked are a result of being friendly. They’ll talk to the class president and those who may be loners in their classes. If you want to gain popularity, make it a goal to be friendly and talk to more people each day.
Popular people gain that status for a variety of reasons and this is a main one. They have a helpful personality. We all appreciate someone who helps us when we need it. Sometimes it’s hard to remember that being helpful is a good thing to do because we’re each so busy with our own schedules and obligations in life. But making an effort to help someone who you know needs help is a good decision. Not only will it help you to be more popular but you’ll feel good about making a selfless decision, too.
These are 7 habits of popular people. Do you see any of these habits in yourself? What advice would you give to those wanting to become popular?