I am Socially Awkward...I Think

@Raine38 (12257)
United States
January 13, 2016 8:39pm CST
I am not really an introvert, but I am definitely not an extrovert. I know how to be sociable when the situation calls for it, and I love going to friends' parties. But whenever I run into people whom I can call acquaintances, or a new neighbor, or co-worker from a different department, I do not know how to strike up a conversation. I am bad in small talks. I would most likely make a comment or two about the weather and then I am stumped. I am by no means a snob, but there are times that I even do not what to say about the weather that I end up not saying anything at all beyond a nod and smile or a shy "Hey!" I know that I can improve my personality, but I am still struggling.
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@allknowing (130685)
• India
14 Jan 16
Start with just any one person and slowly you will catch up being a good conversationalist.
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@allknowing (130685)
• India
14 Jan 16
@Raine38 Nothing is impossible if one makes the effort.
@Raine38 (12257)
• United States
14 Jan 16
My problem is starting it. As long as the other person started it, then I am golden.
• United States
15 Jan 16
I always try to spot people from afar, then walk a different direction because I am not good at striking a conversation also.
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@Raine38 (12257)
• United States
15 Jan 16
Sometimes I would circle around and smile at someone, then if the reaction is not encouraging I will sulk back to my corner.
@Hatley (163781)
• Garden Grove, California
14 Jan 16
you sou nd k ukje me and I am an inro vedr b ut like people just in smaller groups and Im not good at small talk either
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@Raine38 (12257)
• United States
14 Jan 16
At least here in mylot I can talk to lots of people with ease.
• Philippines
14 Jan 16
I remember being socially awkward when i attended that first mylot meet up back in 2010. fortunately, the second one i was a bit of lively and enjoyed the food too.
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@Raine38 (12257)
• United States
14 Jan 16
There was a meet??? Wow, why didn't I know of this, I was still there back then. How was it? Tell me everything!
• Clarksville, Tennessee
14 Jan 16
My son is also. He asked me how to make friends? I'm like ummmmmmmm, just started talking- I don't know. I don't have any problems making friends because I don't meet strangers. Either way- over time, when you start opening up more to people you'll find that it is easier said than done. I find a common interest or give a compliment and that generally leads to a conversation. Good Luck!
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@Raine38 (12257)
• United States
15 Jan 16
Yeah, I need more practice. I am used to just hanging out with few people who also happen to be introverts so I guess I never picked a thing or two from them as far as making new friends or meeting acquaintances is concerned.