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Neurodivergent 21h
ok need everyone tips for being around people and being likeable. i have isolated myself all summer and going back into classes and on campus is freaking me out
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Anonymous 20h

Act like you’re an extrovert. It helps so much when you act like you enjoy socialization. But whenever you need time for yourself, just pop on some headphones and pretend you can’t hear anybody or hide in the dorm. Just make sure to find the balance between socialization time and self-charge time so you don’t overwhelm yourself—go at your own pace!

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Anonymous replying to -> #1 20h

any tips for acting like an extrovert

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Anonymous replying to -> OP 19h

Active listening helps, because it allows the other person to lead the conversation rather than you. Talk to respond rather than to take over the conversation because that takes creates a lesser chance to overthink your words or be anxious to fill any awkward silence. There’s also presenting confidence in the way you introduce yourself, walk, or speak. There’s like levels to this, I studied ts and everybody be surprised when I say I’m an introvert 😭

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Anonymous replying to -> OP 18h

a tip for starting convos, try complimenting people! they should be genuine, but it can be simple like “oh i like your bag/shirt/etc, where’d you get it?” and then most people love talking about themselves. you can also talk about the class/major/etc if you’re not sure what else to say

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