Avoiding Awkward Situations
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Uncomfortable social situations are the worst-minor blunders can leave you embarrassed and feeling socially inadequate. A few simple tricks can help you avoid the most common mistakes and boost your self-esteem and social prowess at the same time. The Name Game You walk into a meeting and say, Hey, Larry, how are you. We ve all had moments where we ve experienced this sort of interaction and it s never pleasant. To help prevent this, be sure to pay close attention when someone new is being introduced. If you happen to miss the name in the introduction, seize that moment to ask again. Don t guess; you may not get it right and this will just lead to confusion later on. To help reinforce your memory, say the name in your head a few times. In addition, make an association with the person s name and a relevant connection-something they are wearing, their occupation or the surroundings you re in. If...

