Tuesday, September 24, 2013

Navigating Uncomfortable Social Situations

By Daniel Carlson


Uncomfortable social situations supply the context for the worst-minor blunders that can leave you embarrassed and feeling socially inadequate. One or two straightforward tricks can help you avoid the most typical mistakes and augment your self-esteem and social prowess at the same time.

You walk into a meeting and say, "Hey, Larry, how are you?" to which he replies, "Good, and in fact it's Harry." We've all had times where we've experienced this sort of interaction and it's rarely agreeable. To help prevent this, be absolutely certain to pay attention when someone new is being introduced. If you chance to miss the name in the introduction, seize that moment to ask again. Don't guess; you may not get it absolutely correct and this could just lead directly to misunderstanding later on. To help reinforce your memory, say the name in your head a number of times. In addition, make an association with the person's name and a relevant connection-something they're wearing, their occupation or the surroundings you are in. If the individual is wearing a purple dress and you've named them "Purple Patty," don't fret, you don't have to share that with any other person. If all else fails, admit your forgetfulness, blame a busy day and ask again. Just be sure and remember this time!

We are all human and occasionally cannot control the internal functions of our body. That having been said, insecurity in social situations sometimes is a consequence of these natural bodily funtions. Fresh breath is key , so make sure to keep a supply of gum and mints in that very same close by location. This can be beneficial after lunch or when a work-mate with unfresh breath stops by for the once per week meeting. You together with your odorous guest will appreciate your supply.

We all do it. You have accepted an invitation, you show up and within the hour, you are certain you need to leave. How does one leave gracefully? It is important to say adios and thank you when the host isn't surrounded by guests. Thank them again for the invite and let them know you enjoyed your time, but must be going. If you are off to another engagement or have early plans the day after, be at liberty to include that, but do not give away too much info and dig yourself into a nonessential hole. You may additionally want to say another time you two will get together, but if you are unsure, a short and gracious goodbye is always welcome. Kindly say good-bye to the other guests and leave quietly.

Ungainly social situations are part of life, but many could lead to a funny story or possibly a new, unexpected closeness. The most important thing to recollect is to be yourself, roll with the punches and, if all else fails, just laugh at the situation. We've all been there and someone is sure to be compassionate when you can laugh at your own mistakes.

A subtle supply of breath mints, and other fast fixes can be a lifesaver in both social and work circumstances.




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