Module 1 socializing unit 1 a reading and vocabulary exercise 3 page 10 breaking the ice the new girl in your class seems very interesting and you would like to get to know her better.0:06
The guy at the skate park does some amazing tricks and you would like him to show you how.0:47
But whenever the opportunity to talk to them comes up, you can't think of anything to say.0:53
Your palms sweat, you blush, and you look away.0:59
Whether you are starting a new school, going to a party where you don't know anyone, or want to approach a person you fancy, you often need to break the ice in order to start a friendly conversation.1:03
Breaking the ice means saying or doing something to stop feeling shy or uncomfortable around someone you don't know very well.1:16
The reason you feel this way is that you don't know how the other person will react.1:25
But don't let it get you down.1:30
Almost everyone feels uncomfortable when they first meet other people.1:34
The following tips can help you smile.1:39
When you smile, people think you are friendly and easy to talk to.1:44
They are also very likely to smile back and and help you feel more comfortable about starting a conversation.1:48
The best way to have interesting conversations is to be an interesting person.1:58
Get involved in activities and talk about them.2:04
Make sure you have something to add to a conversation.2:07
Everybody likes to be around happy people.2:14
Try to always look on the bright side of life and to see something positive, even in negative situations.2:18
People will enjoy your positive energy and benefit from it.2:25
If you like yourself, others will probably like you too.2:32
Develop listening skills.2:39
Don't take over the conversation and and don't only speak about yourself.2:41
Ask other people questions about themselves too.2:47
This way they'll know you're interested in them.2:51
Don't avoid being around new people just because you feel uncomfortable.2:56
If you stay in a situation, you'll get used to it.3:00
It's not easy, but it's worth it.3:04
After all, the other person may want to talk to you as well.3:07
But be too shy to break the I Sam.3:11
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