What To Do If You Have Boring Friends
“My friends are good people, but I find them really boring to be around. Our conversations are so dull, and I feel like we don’t have anything in common. Sometimes … Read more
Viktor Sander B.Sc., B.A.
What To Do If You Don’t Like Going Out
“I like staying home instead of going out. I hate bars and sitting in loud, smoky restaurants. I want to meet up with friends after work or at the weekend, … Read more
How to Never Run Out of Things to Say (If You Blank Out)
I often used to run out of things to talk about. Either because I got stuck in small talk that died out or because I tensed up so that my … Read more
What To Do If You Don’t Like Parties
“I don’t like parties or drinking. I feel like I’m supposed to go out and have fun with people my age, but parties just don’t seem appealing to me. I … Read more
How To Not Come Off As Desperate
“I always feel like I try too hard in my friendships. Sometimes I worry that I come across as clingy, especially when I ask someone to hang out. How can … Read more
How To Deal With Flaky Friends
“My friends are flakes. We make plans, and they cancel at the last minute. I don’t know why it seems like I attract flaky people. Should I keep my unreliable … Read more
Hard To Talk? Reasons Why And What To Do About It
Most of our articles on social skills focus on making conversation, but what should you do when talking to people is your biggest problem? Lots of us become self-conscious or … Read more
Being Treated Like A Doormat? Reasons Why And What To Do
“I’m tired of being treated like crap. Everyone takes advantage of me. However nice I am, no one ever gives me any respect. They just take whatever they can get … Read more
How to Make Friends Outside Work
“I don’t have any friends outside work. I’m afraid that if I leave my current job, these friendships won’t continue, and I won’t have anyone left. How can I start … Read more
How To Stop Bragging
“A couple of my friends have told me that I boast about my achievements a lot and talk about myself too much. How can I stop? I know it’s a … Read more
What To Do If You Don’t Fit In (Practical Tips)
“I feel like I don’t fit in anywhere in this world. I don’t have a group of friends, and I don’t fit in at work. I have nothing in common … Read more
How To Overcome The Fear Of Making Friends
“I want to have a social life, but I’m afraid to get close to people. Why am I so anxious about making friends, and what can I do about it?” … Read more
How to Build Trust in Friendships (Even if You Struggle)
“I feel like I can’t trust friends. I’ve had friends who broke my trust, and now I am afraid to get close to people even when I want to. I … Read more
How To Be More Expressive (If You Struggle to Show Emotion)
“I can’t express myself very well. Showing emotion is really awkward for me, even when I’m with close friends or my family. How do I become more emotionally open?” Some … Read more
How To Stop Making People Uncomfortable
“I worry I make people uncomfortable. I try to make eye contact, smile, and act friendly, but I feel like I make everyone feel awkward. No one seems to enjoy … Read more
Feeling Inferior to Others (How to Overcome Inferiority Complex)
“Everyone I know is much smarter, better-looking, funnier, or more popular than me. I feel like I’m worse than everyone else. Sometimes I wonder why anyone would even want to … Read more
How to Know If and Why You’re an Extreme Introvert
Being introverted can be hard. You may struggle to make friends and wish you could be more social and outgoing. At the same time, you might really enjoy your alone … Read more
How To Stop Being Pretentious (If People Think You’re a Snob)
“Why do people think I’m pretentious? A few people have told me that I come off as superior. How do I know whether I’m a pretentious person and, if I … Read more
How To Have Deep Conversations (With Examples)
“How can I have deep conversations with my friends? I feel like I always get stuck in trivial small talk.” In this article, I’ll show you how to start deep … Read more
How To Act At A Party (With Practical Examples)
“I don’t know how to interact at parties, especially if I have to talk to strangers or go to a party alone. How can I be more confident and enjoy … Read more