Learn and use the name of someone you see often

Find out the name of a regular face, such as a shopkeeper or neighbour, and use it.

Why it helps

Being called by name tells a person they matter. It turns a routine meeting into a human one.

How to do it

1. Pick someone you see regularly but don't know by name.
2. Introduce yourself and ask theirs.
3. Use their name next time you meet.

Make it easier

Read a name tag and use it.

Make it harder

Learn a name and one fact about them.