Bring up a fun fact, it breaks the ice and gets a conversation rolling. If that doesn’t work, being honest also works. Addressing the awkwardness head on really helps remove the tension.
May 28, 2025
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i always say "this is kind of awkward haha!" and 90% of the time they'll agree, it makes the mood and the conversations instantly lighter because at least now we know that the feeling is mutual and we can have something to build on :D
May 28, 2025
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I find that random “would you rather” type questions do wonders. Or just something a little off the wall. It Helps really break the ice, it opens up for a longer debate/ discussion, it’s so much more fun than typical, and it can give that person an impression of you being far more sociable than you are.
May 27, 2025
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Sometimes the best thing to do is just embrace the awkwardness. sometimes a Conversation gets awkward and the more you try to avoid that, the more the conversation becomes artificial and dis genuine. its normal to have awkward moments, and the best way to embrace it is to acknowledge it. if an awkward silence occurs maybe say “that got awkwardly quiet“ sometimes when things get awkward it’s a sign to switch subjects. ALWAYS try to find common ground when talking to new people. Ask them what they’re interested in, it’s fine to ask questions. Lastly if You draw a blank on what to say, if your brain freezes and you suddenly can’t think anymore, Make sounds until they’re words. The most awkward thing to do is nothing, so just do something
May 28, 2025
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The secret is truly going on walks out in nature. don’t bring your headphones, all you will need is yourself. I started to get really bad anxiety attacks, and found out that nature seems to ground me and allows me to think rationally. Not only that, but nature has this way of helping me to process my day or process my issues head on instead of ignoring them and acting like they don’t exist. I no longer fret about my job, bills or relationships, even though I am still struggling in all three. Right now, you could be putting all of your time and energy into other things that are not you. Be selfish, nurture yourself, drink water, take a walk on a hiking trail or a bike greenway for however long. On harder days, I like to go deep into the trail and sit in silence, listening to the birds chatter and the squirrels chase each other. Once you give nature time, nature gives time back. You will get through this. ❤️
May 28, 2025
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all brands are gonna have something bad, just the way the cookie crumbles. something simple but unique could be old navy, ASOS, Cider & Commense
May 29, 2025
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I’ve seen people search for roommates and find on bumble friends.
May 28, 2025