Prepare for Awkward Situations by Dressing Well and Keeping Warm
You are definitely not alone if you sometimes feel uncomfortable or even like an alien at parties and other social events. There are ways to overcome social anxiety (even if you’re an introvert ), but perhaps the simplest advice is to relieve stress and prepare for the big event.
Among many other tips, the Good Men project outlines two very simple approaches to get ready for a social event: dress in a nice and emotionally warm way by talking quickly to someone you know before you hit the road. …
What you wear affects how you feel, so dressing up will help you to be more confident. Emotional warm-up is equally (if not more) important:
Much of the anxiety of social awkwardness arises from finding yourself in a social situation feeling unprepared. Party wandering makes it difficult to mentally transition to “social” mode … so make that transition before you even get to it. What you want to do is get into the free space on social media before you put yourself in the shoes of interacting with other people. If you are going to a party with friends, it may be helpful to start having dinner with them before you arrive. Alternatively, if you’re riding alone, call a friend or family member and have a short chat before heading out to flex those emotional muscles.
Even simple, low-investment approaches to strangers – asking the time, directions, or even a quick conversation with a barista when you get your morning caffeine can help switch you from “solo” to “social” mode and give you more at ease in social situations. … What’s more, these short conversations with strangers help you improve your social skills, making you feel more confident and confident when you talk to people you want to impress.
Good advice not only for parties, but also for a presentation in front of a crowd or at any other stressful social event.
How to Stop Being Awkward in Society – Part 2 | Good People Project