Its not that we dont want to connectits just that it feels so…forced.

But dont worry, weve got your back.

Having a few go-to questions up your sleeve can help break the ice and make the interaction less painful.

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Who knows, you may just turn an awkward encounter into the start of a long-lasting friendship.

But, how do you choose the right questions?

Think about what youd enjoy talking about.

What doyouwant people to ask you?

Think about what youd enjoy talking about.

What doyouwant people to ask you?

venture to use those insights to figure out what the other person might like to talk about.

With the right questions, it’s possible for you to break the ice and have a lively discussion.

Remember, the key is to be genuine,listen actively, and have fun.

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