How to Avoid Being Socially Awkward at a College Party

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Prepare conversation topics ahead of time.. Consider the atmosphere.. Have an anecdote or two prepared.

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1

Prepare conversation topics ahead of time.

Step 1

Prepare conversation topics ahead of time.

2

Consider the atmosphere.

Step 2

Consider the atmosphere.

3

Have an anecdote or two prepared.

Step 3

Have an anecdote or two prepared.

4

Talk about current events.

Step 4

Talk about current events.

5

Approach people or groups that don't intimidate you.

Step 5

Approach people or groups that don't intimidate you.

6

Join a conversation in progress.

Step 6

Join a conversation in progress.

7

Relax before the party.

Step 7

Relax before the party.

8

Bring at least one close friend to the party.

Step 8

Bring at least one close friend to the party.

9

Take a breather.

Step 9

Take a breather.

10

Stay sober.

Step 10

Stay sober.

11

Ask the host if there's a dress code.

Step 11

Ask the host if there's a dress code.

12

Wear an outfit that makes you feel confident.

Step 12

Wear an outfit that makes you feel confident.

13

Don't wear anything too thick.

Step 13

Don't wear anything too thick.

14

Opt for a loose and light-colored top.

Step 14

Opt for a loose and light-colored top.

15

Hang out by the buffet.

Step 15

Hang out by the buffet.

16

Head to the dance floor.

Step 16

Head to the dance floor.

17

Check out any games in progress.

Step 17

Check out any games in progress.

18

Give yourself a role at the party.

Step 18

Give yourself a role at the party.

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