How To Make Your First Conversation Less Awkward

a) Iceberg Effect: Have a wide range of interests to connect with people.

The majority of an iceberg lies below the surface, but the tip is visible above the sea. Similarly, show less but know more. When you know more about things, you can easily talk about them.?

b) Listen Beyond Their Words.

Listen beyond their words and try to understand why they are saying what they are saying. For example, if someone says, "I am stressed out," try asking them, "What's going on?" It will allow them to tell their story without feeling they are being interrogated.

c) Realize That People Aren't Judging You.

If they ask you a question, they want to know your answer. It doesn't matter if it's right or wrong. What matters is that you have an opinion that you can explain it. When someone starts a conversation with us, the person is just trying to know us better — one way or another. It might be because of a specific event or situation in their lives or something we've said in the past that has made them curious about us.

The best way to deal with awkwardness in a conversation is to be yourself and make sure your words are clear and easy for people to understand.