Social Guide

-Treat every social interaction as a game. Eventually the fear will subside.

-Make eye contact, but have casual eyes.

-Posture is important. Sit and stand up straight. This shows confidence and helps you avoid neck and back pain.

-When you smile, casually smile without forcing it. You don't have to show teeth.

-Find your confident voice. Think and rehearse what a confident version of you would talk like. Make sure to add some friendliness to it.

-If you are meeting someone new, remember that they don't know anything about you.

-Ask causual questions.

-Dress well, with casual, clean clothes that fit well on you.

-Try to shower before going out. You should shower 4-7 times a week. Remember, if you can smell yourself, you will be absolutely stinky to others.

-Put on deodorant every day. Trim your armpit hairs to reduce bacterial growth. There are two types of deodorant, plain deodorant, which blocks the smell, and antiperspirant, which blocks the sweating. Many deodorants contain both. Use caution with anti-perspirant, as it may cause staining in clothes. To avoid this, wait for the anti-perspirant to dry before putting your shirt.

-(FOR MEN) Use aftershave after shaving. You can use aftershave as a cologne (You can put it in a spray bottle. Apply 1-3 sprays per use).

-(FOR WOMEN) Use scented moisturizing lotion.

-Always watch your tone.

-Observe what other people are doing and acting like. However, don't lose your identity.

-You don't have to be a complete puppet to make friends. Always remember, you can make other friends

-Lead by example

-Even as a leader, you will have to compromise from time to time.

-Don't make any baseless assumptions, but be observant and present.

-Don't try change their minds, make an idea fit into their frame of mind.

-If you are in a casual setting, try not to have 1-3 word responses.

-Always enunciate your words.

-Try to use some hand gestures.