knockout33 Posted May 29, 2017 Posted May 29, 2017 There's a party at the church I attend on June 11th. I want to go, but I have a bit of a hard time mixing and mingling with people. I want to go though because it sounds like it'll be really good and fun. There's going to be a bbq and then a concert in the church where they play music and that. So I'm going by myself, but just wondering how do people start talking to others? Or what are some conversation starters? Its random to just go up to somone you don't know and start a conversation. So if I was to go, I don't know how to start a conversation with someone. I didn't sign up to go yet cause I'm actually not sure if I am, want to though. It's just how to start interacting with others is a bit hard for me.
d0nnivain Posted May 30, 2017 Posted May 30, 2017 Smile & say hi. Sometimes other people will take over. Other good conversation starters: Nice weather we're having. This is really good chicken, isn't it? I enjoyed the [insert name of song]. Which was your favorite? 2
rushed Posted May 30, 2017 Posted May 30, 2017 Linger casually around groups and discretely listen in on their conversation. When they start talking about something that you can contribute to (e.g. like last night's basketball game, or something going on in politics, or a news event), jump in and add your opinion. Now there is an art to this. You don't want to come across as a loud jerk disagreeing with everyone (which will have people looking at each other like, "Who the heck is this guy?!). It's probably best if you go in agreeing with what was just said (e.g. "Yeah, that game was a disgrace. They weren't calling any fouls made on Curry."). As far as trying to talk to someone one on one, it helps if the person is eating something. That way you can say that you were thinking about trying it and asking them how they like it.
preraph Posted May 30, 2017 Posted May 30, 2017 Wear something that will draw comments and give people an excuse to talk to you. Preferably a dog. But I suppose it being a bbq, a ridiculous Hawaiian shirt will do.
clia Posted May 30, 2017 Posted May 30, 2017 Another thing you can do is keep an eye out for others who are there alone. Just walk up and say hello. If they feel as uncomfortable as you, they will be grateful that you came over. It is also less intimidating to approach an individual rather than a group of people, and the bonus is that if you hit it off with the person you have someone to pal around with during the event.
Author knockout33 Posted May 30, 2017 Author Posted May 30, 2017 Hey thanks guys. Ya I decided Im going. Thanks for your help, 2
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