Mind & Psychology September 13, 2025 1 min read

The Reciprocity Norm: The Debt of a Gift

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Robert Cialdini Contributor

The Hare Krishnas

They would give a flower to travelers in airports. The traveler would try to refuse, but they insisted: “It is a gift.” Moments later, they asked for a donation. The traveler, holding the unwanted flower, felt a social pressure to give money. They gave.

Influence

To get what you want, give something first.

  • A free sample.
  • A compliment.
  • A small favor. The other person will feel an unconscious debt to repay you.
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Robert Cialdini

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