Understanding the Plus One Technique and Its Benefits

The video introduces the 'plus one' technique, a method to enhance communication by asking someone to rate their day on a scale of one to ten and offering to improve their score. This approach fosters deeper interactions and support. The video also highlights how social video games like Farmville and Candy Crush Saga promote relationship building through frequent interactions and reciprocity. The plus one technique can be applied in everyday life to strengthen bonds, especially with parents, who appreciate the effort.

What is the main purpose of asking someone to rate their day on a scale of one to ten?

• To avoid talking to them

• To compare their day with yours

• To get a more detailed response

• To make them feel guilty

How does the Plus One technique show your willingness to help?

• By ignoring their response

• By offering to improve their day by one point

• By changing the subject

• By asking them to help you instead

What is one reason video games are effective in managing relationships?

• They are competitive

• They are time-consuming

• They require no communication

• They encourage frequent interactions

In what way do video games support more frequent interactions?

• By being single-player

• By having complex rules

• By being expensive

• By encouraging regular communication

How do social games like Farmville and Candy Crush Saga help in building relationships?

• By facilitating regular help and support

• By being difficult to play

• By promoting competition

• By isolating players

What is the significance of reciprocity in games?

• It increases game difficulty

• It reduces communication

• It builds alliances

• It creates competition

How can the Plus One technique be applied in everyday life?

• By asking for help without offering any

• By only focusing on your own needs

• By ignoring people's feelings

• By regularly checking in and offering small support

Why are parents considered a prime audience for the Plus One technique?

• They dislike being asked about their day

• They appreciate the effort and communication

• They are always busy

• They prefer to be left alone

What is a potential outcome of using the Plus One technique with friends?

• They might become competitive

• They could ignore your messages

• They may see you as an ally

• They might feel annoyed

What is a key benefit of the Plus One technique in relationships?

• It makes people dependent

• It leads to misunderstandings

• It fosters regular communication and support

• It creates distance