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If you're uncomfortable socializing, inexperienced, or just lousy at it, I suggest observation, and easing into trial and error. The hardest thing about socializing is doing it, the rest you learn as you go. If you have to learn it as an adult, it can be pretty scary because you notice the mistakes you would have forgotten as a child. Start with smiling. Smile at random people and see how many smile back. Then do something a little more daring like complimenting a stranger. As far as larger groups like bars, parties, hobby groups, make comments, say asinine things, and pay attention to reactions. People will let you know your strengths. But ultimately and most of all, don't care too much about what people think, just use the information as a tool. Be yourself and remember that no matter how much scrutiny you think you're under, most people don't pay that much attention. |