I hate when people think they need to give me tips on how to socialize...
Just in the last week, without my asking, people have told me things like...
1. "You need to put yourself out there."
2. "Ask questions about the other person."
3. "Have some topics lined up that you can use as conversation starters at any time."
4. "Talk about things you are passionate about."
5. "Don't analyze. Just have fun by learning about the other person. It's not a test."
I don't need tips on how to socialize. I mean, maybe I do, but if I do then I don't need unsolicited advice that is generic at best and insulting to have to listen to as I politely smile while they act like they are pretending to be an expert.
1. "You need to put yourself out there."
2. "Ask questions about the other person."
3. "Have some topics lined up that you can use as conversation starters at any time."
4. "Talk about things you are passionate about."
5. "Don't analyze. Just have fun by learning about the other person. It's not a test."
I don't need tips on how to socialize. I mean, maybe I do, but if I do then I don't need unsolicited advice that is generic at best and insulting to have to listen to as I politely smile while they act like they are pretending to be an expert.
