How can I talk to people normally?
MyChemicalKlance
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May 23, 2018
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Don't worry too much about how you talk and just be yourself. Being you is the best thing you can be
UntilThen
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May 24, 2018
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There is no one normal way to talk to people. If you are looking for people to be able to understand you, I would recommend reading and writing more. If you are looking to change how people tell you that you speak, I would ask them what they feel you should change. But also, keep in mind that if they think the issue is the things you enjoy talking about and not the way you talk, you aren't the problem.
SeekApotheosis50
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May 25, 2018
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“Just be yourself†is such a cliché, I know... but I’ve come to realize that the people in my life who I love, cherish, and enjoy being with, are all types. Some are funny, some are thoughtful, some are the life of the party, some are awkward. Each one has their strengths, quirks, and flaws and that’s why I appreciate them. So if you are weird, awkward, dorky, serious, quiet, intense, shy... when people come to know you they will love you for it.
Anonymous
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May 26, 2018
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What do you consider to be normal? The way you talk to people may be perfectly normal. Saying hello, asking how they are doing, and about their day is a good start. Finding common interests is also a good way to have a conversation. If you know them well enough, you can talk to them about their family or job. If you don't know them that well, you can ask less personal questions about their family, job, life without being intrusive. Just be aware of boundaries and people's feelings. Don't yell or be overly critical. Try not to interrupt or talk over other people. Just think about how you would like someone to talk to you.
Nutellalover16
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Jun 6, 2018
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Try to be yourself. Don’t think too much about what they think about you! And be honest. Even though some people may not share your opinion, honesty is key in conversations!
Anonymous
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Jun 13, 2018
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people talk all sorts of ways nobody is perfect to talk to someone. one of the biggest problems in this generation nowadays is social communication. somebody speak funny, some people don't make eye-contact when facing people but acknowledge your talking to someone with the best of your ability and practice talking to someone if you feel you need to improve or use a object as though it was a person if it makes you feel you can talk better but be happy about how you talk.
Charcoalqueen22
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Jun 22, 2018
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There is no normal or abnormal way to talk to people. The more you stress about it, the more you would consider yourself isolated from the group. I know it is hard to communicate with people sometimes and especially if one has social anxiety but trust me, if you talk the way you are with them, then you would find genuine and simpler connections in which you can be yourself around them without worrying 24/7 about what to say. So just be you :)
wonderfullSummer84
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Jun 29, 2018
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Well, honestly that depends on your definition of normal. If by normal you simply mean not stuttering or something like that, speech therapy. If you mean trying not to make tude or inappropriate comments all the time, think about kitten and rainbows or something similar when you talk to people, or try to say beep boop while pinching your nose and then talk. If you just have trouble holding a convo with the people who aren’t robots then think “how would a human respond?†And answer accordingly.
JacoEM
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Jun 30, 2018
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Just remember that most people are nervous about talking to others. What they want is to feel validated and appreciated. Show kindness to that person, be interested in those persons, always bring a smile to the conversation and you will be an appreciated person to talk to.
010Charles101
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Jun 30, 2018
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That's quite a complex question, truly. First of all, what does normal mean? Perhaps it means without nervous mannerism such as a stutter, or a throat-gulp. Perhaps you mean that your choice of conversation tactics or topics aren't in-line with what you observe other people do. Then what is normal, anyway? I think some of the best conversations I've ever had would not be considered normal. Once at a bar, I chanced to meet a few people out on a patio and we proceeded to have nearly a two-discussion about everything from classocal music to astrophysics (of course just ponderances, I'm no astrophysicist) and I remember one of them posing the question, "If all of the musicians and their work disappeared from existence now and in history, but you get to keep one, who would you keep?" Now this is NOT a normal comversation, but it was exquisitely fun! Atypical, NOT normal conversation can truly be womderful. Indeed, if it is atypical is probably more genuine too-you're not adhering to anyone else's guidelines.
On nervousness, and barriers to talking to people in general, (normal or not) that's a completely different sort of task. I suppose with anything, practice is key. Try just saying, "hi, how are you?" A pre-programmed starter. As you do this, and listen to many different people's responses you can begin to draw on your experiences and be more creative with your intros and general conversation.
If you cannot do this at all, it would be in your best interest to visit a qualified professional.
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