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Questions about having conversations with other people, and how to achieve certain things when having them. This can be covering (or avoiding) certain topics, starting them, keeping them going or bringing them to a close.

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How to address a double standard where my religious colleagues consider it OK to discuss rel...

I am an atheist, I know many atheists and people of other religions personally and have witnessed many "discussions" turn into full on yelling matches, which is why I refuse to participate unless I a …
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Attending the 9/11 Memorial next month - how to interact with families that lost loved ones?

Unless someone is extremely emotional (think crying uncontrollably) and vocal about it, I wouldn't bother anyone there. Not everyone there is mourning a dead relative, as many people go on the tour s …
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12 votes

How can I try to get my coworkers to stop their jokes on LGBTQ+ people

You can't change their opinions, no matter how hard you try. Trying to do so can cause resentment and hostility, which I learned the hard way when trying to get my friend to tone it down on their lib …
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How can I get my mom to accept me being introverted?

I know this situation well (my mom does Crossfit and I am a slightly chubby indoor person) and I'll share my solution that me and my mother agreed to. Background My mom was concerned that I wasn't get …
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How do I recover from my loss of voice\confidence after being put on spot?

I still do, but I've learned to not let it affect me in conversations if I ever do slip up. As AskMs.D stated already, I am assuming you are subconscious about not being fluent in English. …
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How to maintain healthy conversation with a partner long term

In summary, don't stress too much about conversations mainly sticking to "how was your day". … My Tips for Better Conversations Go out with other friends (without your SO) and share once you get back. Find a hobby you both enjoy, but can do at different times. …
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How can I play the devil's advocate in politics without being attacked?

Background When it comes to politics I prefer to take the role of a "devil's advocate" instead of firmly entrenching myself into one political party's ideas. I do not like to disclose my own vote to …
5 votes

How can I convey to my technologically inept parents that my IT job is mentally draining

I always need to find something to talk about and respond to conversations in the chat, while also doing something that requires very good dexterity and hand-eye coordination. …
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What's a good strategy to handle not wanting to talk much during a road trip?

For Passengers Fake sleeping is a go-to option for me when I'm stuck in the car with people for an extended period of time. Just announce that you are not going to be as responsive as usual "I'm goi …
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How do I avoid strange questions because of a flag?

Why do you even have a Russian flag on your backpack? (In a tone that makes it sound like it's illegal to have that) Aren't you ashamed you have a flag of the country ruled by a dictator and killer? …
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How do I avoid giving off "creepy" vibes in a group exercise class?

The best way to not come across as creepy (and to also work on social interactions) is through practice. Try to make some friends around your age group and talk to them. Crack some jokes, talk about …
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How to avoid explaining science to strangers

Change the subject Interrupt them with a counter question or question about a similar but different topic, or find something else going on around and divert attention to that. This is probably the e …
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