Do you socialize easily?

Mauritius
September 21, 2008 4:45am CST
Hi friends This question has been triggering my mind- is socialization an easy process? In better words, do you socialize easily? Thanks for responding.
5 responses
@sandra966 (269)
• Spain
21 Sep 08
Me too. Just yesterday, my daughter was invited to a school friend's birthday party. It is a new school, so she doesn't know many people, and I don't know any of the mums. It was awful. No-one came up to me to say hello, nothing. Eventually, I thought, well they already know each other so it's for me to make the first move. I had spotted someone who was also by themselves and thought I would go and say hello to them, but just as I turned to start a conversation, someone she knew went up to her and started talking. Towards the end of the evening, I had spoken to one other person. I know it's me. In hindsight, I should have gone round and introduced myself and at least said hello to people, but I didn't. Even when it was time to go I had to ask my daughter to find out who the birthday boy's mother was. Hmm, think I have to work on my socialising skills.
• Mauritius
21 Sep 08
You are right. Winning over socialization is like winning part of the race of life. Because good communication skills contribute to a better character. Do you agree friend?
• Mauritius
24 Sep 08
You are right dear, there is no harm trying. A trial can gift a new friendship for life. That;s why we must all work on our communication skills which will remain a life-long process because we keep improving. Thanks for responding dear.
• United States
24 Sep 08
Awww,that was actually not good of the Parents throwing the party,as a good host or hostess you should always have the time to introduce yourself and others at the party.I am one who will introduce myself to everyone I have been shy once in a blue moon if you ask me to speak in front of a group I can't do that I get shaky but I have always been very brave on all sorts of things,lol!I am sorry to hear that others seen you alone and did not even try to talk to you:(I am sure you felt weird I know I would have just know that there are people out here that don't mind getting to know you,I hope you get more courage to introduce yourself knowing you might really meet some good people.Good luck to you sweetie~Samantha
@Ravenladyj (22902)
• United States
21 Sep 08
for me its not a matter of if I do or if I dont, its varies from situation to situation....In most settings yes I socialize very easily because I am such a laid back friendly person BUT there are certain settings (and moods in me too) where socializing with others is a bit of a task. those are rare for the most part though.
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• United States
21 Sep 08
I agree completely on the emotions and how I feel at the moment. but do you guys ever feel like the world is going to crash in around on you . Anxiety is so horrible.
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• Mauritius
21 Sep 08
I agree with both of you. Emotions do play a great role in socialisation. I think past experiences also affect socialization a lot. What do you say friends?
• United States
24 Sep 08
Hi Excellence, Conversasion comes easy for me I love to meet new people I love to talk about all different things!I like to help people when in need of help I do not think you can have too many friends in life the more the marrier!!It is nice when you have different types of people to talk to about different things.It is nice and puts a smile on your face when people talk back to you and help you through your hard times and your good times!Well hun I hope you have a great day!!~Samantha
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• Mauritius
24 Sep 08
You are so right Samantha. Thanks for the lovely post. And now, I am your new friend with different thoughts, ways of life...we will both learn to know each other. It will be fun- we will learn to work on our communications skils. With everyone new, we learn something new.
• Belgium
21 Sep 08
No, for me it is so hard to socialize with other people. I really find it hard to start a conversation with someone you actually don't know that good. I'm friendly but being social is really not my thing. I admire those people who can socialize easily.
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• Mauritius
21 Sep 08
That's indeed true. I have also to work on my socialization skills a lot. Thansk for the frank and nice response friend. I like when people are frank.
• United States
21 Sep 08
foe me? no . I have a horrible time trying to connect with people . I feel weird and all that (I want to hide now) feelings. I really have to muster up courage to talk to people . Sometimes its like swallowing a rock. I have to throw my shoulders back put on a smile and put out a hand. Some people I envy so much because they can just bubble up and explode all happy and confectious thought over everyone . I am more of a home body and somewhat a hermit but my job forces me to talk to people , sometimes that I would rather avoid. I think its natural to be guarded and secluded but if its affecting you way of life , then it might be a huge issue that you need to get help for.
• Mauritius
21 Sep 08
Thanks for the response friend.