munna2009 (Super-Mod! + Sravanthi Love): The broader your knowledge, the easier it will become to break the ice. Even the smallest thing you and another person have in common - like a shared love for a particular TV show - can launch a conversation where there was previously silence. Listen to the radio, know whats popular on TV, read popular books, and watch a few blockbusters from the past year. *
04-01-13 - 10:51:37

munna2009 (Super-Mod! + Sravanthi Love): 5. Bring a friend...Approaching strangers is a little scary, so bring a trusted wingwoman along to social events. *
04-01-13 - 10:51:50

munna2009 (Super-Mod! + Sravanthi Love): A good one will give you a pep talk, force you out of corners, and will know to back off once youve found your feet. If anything, youll feel less pressure to chat continuously since shell be there to share the burden of small talk. *
04-01-13 - 10:52:02

munna2009 (Super-Mod! + Sravanthi Love): 6. Ask for help...Theres nothing wrong with admitting to others that youre a little awkward. *
04-01-13 - 10:52:14

munna2009 (Super-Mod! + Sravanthi Love): If theyre really your friends, they probably already know and will be more than happy to help you. Ask for advice on conversation topics, on the timing of calls, and on how to give off the right signals. *
04-01-13 - 10:52:26