# Social Guide

-Treat every social interaction as a game. Eventually the fear will subside.

-Make eye contact, but have casual eyes.

-If you are meeting someone new, remember that they don't know anything about you.

-Ask causual questions.

-Dress well, with casual, clean clothes that fit well on you.

-Always watch your tone.

-Observe what other people are doing and acting like.

-Don't make any baseless assumptions, but be observant and present.

-Don't try change their minds, make an idea fit into their frame of mind.

-If you are in a casual setting, try not to have 1-3 word responses.

-Always enunciate your words.

-Try to use some hand gestures.

-Confidence is attractive.

-Important: Make sure you can contact your friend through mutliple channels (ex. Phone Number and Instagram)

-Generally, try to avoid Flat Affect.

-BE ALERT! Many people may drop subtle hints or clues during conversation.

Places to make friends (not sponsored)

-School/Work

-Hobby meetups

-Online communities for your hobby

-"Boo" app

-"Meetup" app/website

Body Language

[Body Language Basics]

Speech Therapy

[Speech Therapy Resources]

Dating Guide

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