Tip - How to Avoid Awkward Conversations when Meeting Someone New

Meeting people for the first time can be uncomfortable, especially when the conversation isn't flowing. Making small talk can work temporarily, but you'll probably end up in awkward silence. The Happiness Project's Gretchen Rubin offers strategies to try next time you're meeting someone new and your mind goes blank.
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