How can I talk to people normally?
ChaiTeaLatte138
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Apr 16, 2016
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I'm very honest when I talk to people online & irl. I became this way after one of my dearest friends died very young. I became much bolder and even spoke to people I did not know! Yes, I have had awkward experiences. However, being this way has brought me far more happiness than sadness. I am not perfect but when people see that I am a nice person they respond. I love to share the things I love with other people so that drives me. It is fun to get excited about something with other people! A common interest is a great way to talk to someone normally. Since you'll be talking about your shared interest the words will happen more easily. I have even gone to concerts and other events alone, making new friends there. Again, I am far from perfect. If anything, I am terribly broken but...this is my answer. I hope it is helpful to someone. Nothing to lose. Everything to gain! ♡
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JasmineJane
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Apr 3, 2016
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You are your own normal. It sounds extremely cheesy but just approaching someone and being yourself can already define talking to people normally. You are enough as a person and you do not need to prove anything to anyone, as long as you are kind to the person your relationship can go far.
insightfulTruth93
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Apr 17, 2016
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I don't think that you can apply a set of rules to social interactions, especially not small talk. Change should start with body language and voice and not focus on trying to be quirky, as that's a way to broadcast an inauthentic personality.If you’re feeling really rusty, give it a shot with a friend or family member and ask for a little feedback afterward. If you’re feeling bold, approach someone you wouldn’t normally talk to. If you draw a blank, ask a question.
Breathe, smile, listen.
Most of all, remember why you’re doing this, and remind yourself that you’re not imposing on someone by having a pleasant conversation with them—you’re making their day a bit brighter, and you should never be made to feel bad about that.
Anonymous
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Mar 26, 2016
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There isn't a "normal" way to talk to someone. If you have social anxiety, take a deep breath and just go for it. You'll eventually warm up to everything and develop better social and communication skills.
Anonymous
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Sep 17, 2016
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It's really easy
The only thing that you need to talk with people is self confidence and don't allow fear to effect your performance
HealingLotus
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Apr 11, 2015
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It depends honestly, social skills are something we must learn by doing, it can't really be learned in books. Social skills is a bunch of little adaptions we make when we are around other people. Most of the time we don't even think about it or realize it. So you have to work your way up to being comfortable around people and talk to people enough to get up to a level you consider normal. Practise makes perfect and is the only way. Your going to fail and mess up, that's how we learn, be prepaid. Understand that failing is for your benefit, it's our brain understanding trial and errors of what we are doing, perfecting and adjusting as needed. Good luck.
Anonymous
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Jul 7, 2015
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I think normal is a funny kind of word, there's tonnes of ways to talk each with their own unique personality. Some of the most interesting conversations I've ever had were far from the "norm" As cliche as it sounds, just do you.
sweetmina
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Jan 26, 2015
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There really is no way to talk "normally" to people as everyone is different. There is no problem with you. Maybe the problem is just not conversing with the right people. When you find someone with the same interests, that's when the words start flowing without you having to force it.
Anonymous
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Jan 29, 2015
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Just be yourself and love yourself. Being "normal" is a goal that society imposes on us. It's not how we show others the light that shines within us.
Kjarra
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Apr 10, 2015
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Don't think too much and torture your mind. Be more spontaneous, a conversation should be enjoyable and entertaining, just be yourself. Be smiling to people :) be confident
IntuitiveDrops
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Jun 1, 2015
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Maybe it would help to watch other people carefully: What they like, dislike, how they respond, etc. Try yourself around a bit. It´s a bit like gambling. You need to find out which communication skill or which thing to say will work best for which person. Good luck.
peacefulCat41
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Jul 4, 2015
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Define normal. Everyone is unique in their own way. Make sure you can be yourself, if not you are trying to hard to be with that person. If your communication skills need work, just talk to people and you will learn by experience, or read about it online or in a book, and be an active member on 7 Cups. That should help you tremendously. Listening is such an important skill to learn.
Anonymous
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Nov 30, 2015
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Help others to help yourself and love others to love yourself. Understand the problem of others with full of patience and respect their feelings.
Anonymous
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Mar 23, 2016
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Some schools offer public speaking. Maybe if you join, you'll be able to practice speaking better and in a more articulate way.
courageousMagic24
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Mar 23, 2016
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Just be yourself. Smile every now and then, and just be appreciative and happy that you are talking to them.
ShannynMayyy
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Mar 24, 2016
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By being yourself, I know sometimes talking to people can be tricky. But try to have a clear mind, be a little optimistic, that might help a little c:
Anonymous
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Mar 24, 2016
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I know it is very difficult to do this but try to relax and calm yourself down as much as possible so you are more comfortable and this way you will find it easier to talk to people. try and talk about something you are both interested in or start talking to someone you are close with. try not to overthink it as it makes everything much more awkward. I hope this helped x
LovelyParasite
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Mar 26, 2016
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Don't force yourself to approach someone if you don't feel like it at all. I think it's important to absolutely feel like you're ready and willing to meet someone new. And as soon as this requirement is met, Things can't go unnatural at all. Be yourself, don't worry about seeming weird or strange and just talk as freely as you can. Remember that the person you are talking to is just a normal human being and is far from perfect, as we all are. Don't be intimidated.
couragetogo
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Mar 27, 2016
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Start with a warm smile. Pick up on their conversations, but don't invade their conversations. If they're alone then start with a bit smalltalk and get to know the person. Don't talk to much about yourself.
Sassy001
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Apr 2, 2016
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Just be yourself and talk to them as you normally would talk to anyone.Be honest,get to know the person,their feelings,intrests,likes and dislikes.

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