The small talk you try to avoid because you think it will be boring may actually be more enjoyable than you think, and good for you as well, according to research published in the Journal of ...

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Is small talk actually boring? A new study finds that people enjoy "dull" conversations much more than they predict, ...

New research finds that dull conversation makes us feel more connected.

Engaging in conversations, even on topics we think will be boring, can lead to surprisingly meaningful interactions.

Jessica Rendall is a reporter with experience covering a variety of health and wellness topics, including chronic disease, ...

Small talk, idle gossip or general chit-chat that many people try to avoid may actually be beneficial for our general ...

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