How to Avoid Awkward Silences and Come Up With Sparkling Conversation

Dreading the Lull: How to Avoid Awkward Silences and Come up with Sparkling Conversation!

by Marie Dubuque

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	474 KB
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Screen Reader	:	Supported
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Print length	:	13 pages
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No one likes awkward silences. They can make you feel uncomfortable, self-conscious, and even embarrassed. But don't worry, there are some easy things you can do to avoid them and keep the conversation flowing.

1. Be prepared

One of the best ways to avoid awkward silences is to be prepared. This means having a few conversation starters in mind before you get into a situation where you might need them. Some good conversation starters include:

• Asking about the other person's day
• Complimenting them on something
• Talking about the weather
• Sharing a funny story
• Asking for their opinion on something

It's also a good idea to think about some topics that you're interested in talking about. This will give you something to fall back on if the conversation starts to run dry.

2. Be present

When you're in a conversation, it's important to be present. This means paying attention to what the other person is saying and responding accordingly. Don't be distracted by your phone or other things around you.

When you're present, you'll be more likely to pick up on cues that the other person is giving you. For example, if they start to look bored or uncomfortable, you can change the subject or ask them a question to get them talking again.

3. Be yourself

One of the worst things you can do is try to be someone you're not. People can tell when you're being fake, and it will make the conversation feel forced and unnatural.

Instead, be yourself and let your personality shine through. People will be more likely to connect with you if they feel like they're getting to know the real you.

4. Be open to new experiences

Don't be afraid to step outside of your comfort zone and try new things. This could mean talking to someone you don't know, or joining a conversation that you're not familiar with.

When you're open to new experiences, you're more likely to have interesting and memorable conversations.

5. Practice

The best way to get better at conversation is to practice. The more you talk to people, the more comfortable you'll become and the easier it will be to avoid awkward silences.

You can practice by talking to friends and family, or by joining a conversation group or taking a class. The more you practice, the better you'll become.

Following these tips will help you to avoid awkward silences and come up with sparkling conversation. Just remember to be prepared, present, yourself, open to new experiences, and practice.

With a little effort, you can become a master conversationalist and make every conversation a breeze.

Dreading the Lull: How to Avoid Awkward Silences and Come up with Sparkling Conversation!

by Marie Dubuque

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	474 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	13 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

FREE