Don’t give me ‘get off of social media’. I want practical tips that can be used when talking to random people in public places.
Don’t give me ‘get off of social media’. I want practical tips that can be used when talking to random people in public places.
To ask a dumb question, where do you feel you’re struggling when it comes to talking to random people?
Is it striking up a conversation, maintaining a conversation, or just generally trying to be more approachable?
Being more approachable seems like the problem I am having.
The key is to get out of your head — thinking about what you want or feel — and take someone else’s perspective. How can you help someone without expecting anything in return? How are others thinking and feeling? What do they need?
You’ll be amazed at the difference.
Nobody is going to approach you. You have to approach them.