What's the best way to open up around new people?
Bamachick
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Dec 7, 2015
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I always just walk right in up and introduce myself and see where the conversation goes. If it's not going well, I just say alrighty then and move on to the next person. I'm usually not too shy to just confront a stranger. My mother will always say "She never meets a stranger".
Anonymous
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Dec 28, 2015
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Just talk to them and be social by saying," hi, I heard that you are new here, how are you?' Just do that and get close to them to be friends with them
Victoire
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Feb 9, 2016
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To remember you don't do it to abide by social rules, but because of that wonderful spark of human curiosity that can brighten the most boring or dreaded moments : what can I learn from this fellow human being? What makes this person special? What little bit of me will this person carry, even inconsciously, what little bit of the other will stay with me? A light joke, an interesting fact, a feeling, a question, a dream, a thought? Or just this tiny bit of the universe I couln't see through my own eyes?
Anonymous
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Feb 13, 2017
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Be brave, and just go for it. It takes new for old to exist. There are so many great people in the world. Just imagine that they are your close friend.
arctictrinity822
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Jun 4, 2018
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Talking about something that makes you happy and that you are interested in (music, sports, etc.), asking questions, smiling, even just paying attention to your own body language can help you look friendly and open to talking to new people.
Anonymous
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Oct 16, 2018
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Always look to the positive, make sure your not hiding the best of yourself and try to find something good with each person to connect with, a person to person not a faceless scary encounter. Take your time, it is not a rush but a journey. Jokes are always a good start but if that isn't your natural way then do what feels comfortable to you and ask them about themselves, listen to their story, then when your comfortable offer yours. Never forget they are people just like you and may be just as u sure as you are.
Jfreind
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Jul 30, 2019
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Great question! I've always found the best way to open up to people is to ask them questions about the things they like to do for fun. How do they spend their free time? Finding common interests with someone is always a great way to "break the ice". Try and ask questions that are related to your interests. For example, if you like movies ask "whats your favorite movie"? Or, if you like music ask "what's your favorite song"? People like to talk about the things they enjoy. If you find it difficult to talk, ask people questions, they will be happy to do the talking the majority of the time!
Chitchat8
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Apr 13, 2020
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When you are starting, it can be helpful to find people who have interests or hobbies similar to yours. Joining a club is one example, where people who are shy or awkward might have an easier time meeting like-minded people. They can find and connect with others who have the same likes and can talk about the same things. If you are doing an activity together it gives you an easy conversation starter.
If you can get the other person talking about themselves it can give you some time to loosen up in the conversation. It's a great way to learn how to start talking more openly with others when you aren't the one having to do most of the talking. This is also a good, authentic way to get to know someone. People love to talk about themselves.
gracefulSoul71
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Sep 13, 2021
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The best way to open up is to simply listen! Often times I get so nervous around people that I get stuck inside my head. When I focus on listening and understanding the person, the pressure is off me. Focus on the other person. Be curious about the other person. Once you do this, you will likely feel more comfortable! The conversation may happen easier. In addition, the other person will pay the favor and also ask you questions about yourself. If you pay attention to what the other person is sayings and have a real interest in learning about them, you will feel less pressure on how you present yourself.
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