How can I talk to people normally?
TakeMyHand13
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Jun 21, 2019
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Depends on your definition of normal. Talking to people, especially new people, can be stressful and difficult. Socials skills are in fact that; they are skills. You need to practice and develop them. Observe other people and take note of their body language, eye contact, and the topics that they talk about. Try to get involved into conversations more and hopefully it will become easier for you. You could always practice with a close friend or even in the mirror when alone at home. There are also plenty of YouTube videos and books available online that may help you. All the best!
Anonymous
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Jul 5, 2019
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Put yourself in their shoes. Reflect their words. Try mirroring. Like following their gestures. And repeating their words. But not obviously. For someone that you just met, you could talk about their favorites instead of what they hate to building a connection.
If they say : "I like Math, but I hate history."
You replied with : "So you like Math. But most people would say otherwise. Why do you like Math?"
This way you'll be able to let them talk about things they like. People usually also take pride in things they're good at. So if you're talking to adults, talk about their jobs.
Then, use facial expressions. Nods or responds to what they say. Be yourself. Let them know what you like, and so on.
Anonymous
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Jul 7, 2019
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Honestly speaking, there is no normal way to talk to people. Often, we see people easily interacting with those around them, and it makes us a bit jealous as to why we can't do the same. If we were to take another example, we could say a family dinner, or a large party. We can't talk to the person in front of us because we feel as if we'd be boring or annoying to them. We have been taught that first impressions are absolutely important, but they can be changed. Keeping that in mind, and knowing that the person in front of you also feels the exact same feelings you feel, I'm sure you will be able to easily interact with them. And even if it doesn't work out, it's okay. You don't have to talk with everyone you see. A bit of greeting goes a long way.
Anonymous
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Jul 17, 2019
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An excellent question. I'll tell you the secret. Ready?
You wake up, you wipe your butt, you live a great life. Except, it's boring to you. You know everything there is about it. It's like watching the same movie 100 times. Guess, what? The ending and the plot are always the same.
So now you run into a stranger. What's this? Can you imagine for a moment - you are him or her. Can you imagine what they have seen? What struggles are they facing? It's like they are their own superhero. You are the side character and that is OK.
Ask them, find out what makes them who they are (are they stressed about work, what makes them stressed?) Identify with their emotions and you'll get secrets. Yep, you heard it right. Secrets.
This works in real life. When you complete a connection with someone, they will drop their barrier. They will tell you something so personal, it will shock you. It's up to you to make them feel special and interesting and THEN, not judge them. Just be there. Listen.
Do you know what makes YOU interesting? Being interested in others. You know your own story, just save it and ask them for theirs.
"Spend more time being interested - not interesting."
Beewhoyouareee
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Aug 3, 2019
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I find it easier to talk to a person when we have common interests as then the conversation seems to flow without me realising. At first it's kind of hard due to me having to ask questions to find out, but after I can adapt. Also I think the longer you speak to a person the more comfortable you become around them as talking with them then becomes a normal thing. However if you become awkward or slip up don't take that as failing because at first you can't expect things to be easy, but the more you try the better you will get. I hope this helps you out.
Anonymous
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Aug 16, 2019
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Talking to people can be hard, and coming across normally is harder but with practice and determination, you can achieve it! I hate talking in public but all you need is a tiny bit of confidence and the push of adrenaline and off you go! You need to push down your own barriers and defeat fear. It's very easy to get locked inside your own mind but if you keep trying and keep focusing on making an effort talking to people, It will help. I have been in your shoes, and I know it's hard but you have to keep trying.
calmingJewel2421
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Aug 22, 2019
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Talking normally is based on the local norm. In France for example it is not uncommon for girls to kiss eachother on the cheek upon meeting, as most other countries in the world shake hands or simply just say hi. What you have to do is to be observant of the people around you and the social norms that apply, while still sticking true to yourself, your own thoughts and emotions. Keep your individuality. Somethings may be appropriate to say at the workplace, while other may be normal at the local coffe shop, some things is normal at parties, others are not. Depending on you workplace, environment, group of friends, country, or family. Observe, learn, behave. This is how you would be able to speak normally, to people around you.
Anonymous
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Sep 18, 2019
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There is no way to talk to people normally. The best way is to be yourself and find people with common interests. It is definitely difficult to build up the courage to talk to someone, especially with some individuals not being as kind as others. Maybe try to talk to people when you have something to say, instead of worrying. If you are worried that people might be judging you by the way you talk, just remember that your friends and family were strangers at one point and conversations and talking was what pulled you all close together!
I hope this helped in some way.
Anonymous
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Oct 19, 2019
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First, it seems like one could watch for social cues from other people's interactions and use them as a framework in order to gain more comfort with talking to people.
However, I wouldn't take that so far as to compromise my personal uniqueness and character.
Also, at some point it might help to realize the inherent challenge in the word "normal". I like to think of it as the "myth of normalcy" and it is this notion that there exists a true "normal person". If anything, that word seems to reference some loose average of all of us - all of us having beautiful irregularities and asymmetries!
hopeIsEverpresent
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Oct 27, 2019
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being yourself is the most important thing you can do. if you speak to others in a way that is authentic to you, you talk "normally" by default. confidence is the key to strong relationships, so by embracing who you are, you are socially the best you can be.
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