10 ways to make yourself a more attractive human being

10 ways to make yourself a more attractive human being 10 ways to make yourself a more attractive human being There are two basic paths to becoming more attractive. Become a better human being (internal) Become a better looking human being (external) Here are a few quick ideas for maximizing them both.How to Become a More Attractive (Better) Human Being:1. VolunteerVolunteering helps give you perspective on your life and give back to those less fortunate than you. Nothing more attractive than this.2. Have a definite purposeA man or woman on purpose is a man or woman who is attractive to the world.  Have a definite purpose and pursue it wholeheartedly.Ladders is now on SmartNews!Download the SmartNews app and add the Ladders channel to read the latest career news and advice wherever you go.3. Be kind to those around youPlain and simple, kindness is attractive. Being arrogant, narcissistic, or over dramatic is not.4. Express gratitude dailyHave you ever noticed how a beautiful person with a negative attitude can seem incredibly unattractive whereas someone with average looks and a bubbly attitude is the hottest person in the room? Tap into this power by expressing gratitude daily and eradicating negativity from your daily life.5. S mile more oftenAgain, happy people are more attractive. Smile more, frown less, and you will be far more appealing to your preferred sex.6. Work hard but live your lifeLaziness is not an attractive trait, but neither is workaholism. One of the best ways to become a more attractive human being is to balance work and play. Become the kind of person  who gets things done  while simultaneously making time for friends and fun. You won’t regret it.7. Don’t take yourself seriouslyReally… Life’s just not that serious. It’s a game that we are all playing and trying to win. Instead of being dramatic and losing your mind over the smallest hiccup, practice being cool, calm, and collected. When someone can laugh at themselves and find humor in adversity it’s insanely attractive.8. Read more often and expand your mindA smart person is an attractive person. Spend time daily expanding your mind and learning about new things. When you are able to hold conversations about any topic, peopl e will find you far more attractive.9. Ask more questions and speak lessA person who cares about others is an attractive person. People don’t care about you, they care about themselves. If you can learn to be genuinely interested in others and spend more time asking questions and less time speaking you will immediately increase your attractiveness and desirability.10. Remember that you are the prizeThere’s nothing attractive about NEEDING someone else’s approval to feel validated. If you can learn to see yourself as the prize and always approach social situations with an nonchalant attitude, others will be intrigued and you will be far more attractive.This post was originally published on Quora.com.