Let’s be honest: small talk sucks, right?
It’s shallow, boring and infinitely less interesting than the sort of deep conversations that most of us would prefer to have.
But we can’t hide from the truth: lame conversation starters, despite the fact that the word “lame” is in their very name, work. Or so says the Science of Us:
“An icebreaker can help to foster a sense of ‘psychological safety,’ or an atmosphere in which people feel
free to speak up.”
Read the full reason why dumb games and anecdotes work to help us form connections over here, or keep reading to discover another technique for striking up small talk…
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Thanks for sharing. I’ve definitely shied away from icebreakers in the past, but might have to consider them.
I know the feeling! But the more I’ve learned about social skills and interpersonal relationships, the more I’ve become convinced of their value.