How can I improve my people skills? Not only externally being more friendly, but learning to like people in general?
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volunteer maybe? im not sure.. i dont like people either lol
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Thinking about it is a good start. It is a choice. If you truly desire to like people more I would work on being empathetic, putting yourself in their shoes. Open yourself up to the opinions and ideas of others. Good luck.
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I have the same problem. Any good advice? No? Thinking about it isn't good enough, if you have a social disorder.
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Mingle and learn , thats the easiest way. it comes easier as time goes on, as anything does
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I try to think that the person talking to me may just be talking to me because they don't have anyone else or are interested in getting to know me. Both of those things are positive. Some people just aren't "people" people and that's ok too, you just need to know how to play the game when you have to. Also, having a broad base of friends is a good idea. That way you won't get sick of anyone. (and if you do, you can avoid them for awhile)
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I have trouble understanding how it could be difficult to like others. Every other person is unique and finding out what they have as talents and wishes makes it almost impossible for them to not be interesting. Maybe focusing on the positive aspects of others can make others seem more appealing to you. I find that if I reflect back what somebody is saying by responding in a way that makes them understand without repeating their statement directly, I am able to keep both my interest and the interest of the other person. If you are able to put your mind in the perspective of the other person, I would think that they would seem more likeable.
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Try improv at BATS in san francisco. Other improv places could be good too, but BATS is the best place I've been to in the united states. You'll change your viewpoint of people and you will gain confidence and develop your social skills more. (its awesome :)
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I think you're making a good start right here on AB!!!Keep doing what you're doing putting yourself out there and you'll get feedback.They say most people are our mirrors. If you're putting good out you'll get good back & the same with bad.Not in all cases obviously some just want to give ya all bad but you move on and you find those who reciprocate passing good energy back and forth.:)
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