How to Talk to People With Confidence - Reduce Social Awkwardness and Improve Communication Skills 

*walks up to a random person* thanks for the ride!

"How to talk with people *and girls*" *TRIGGERED*

I'm not scared of talking to girls or starting a conversation with one but continuing one is where I'm struggling lol it gets awkward fast.

With some due respect, asking people "what time is it" is a perfectly well reason to be yelled at. That lady in the toilet sure sounded quite irritated, and the guy in that abandoned house nearly shat himself

I tried this out and asked someone 'whats the time?'. He turned around, totally annoyed, and said: 'Well, it's time for you to get a watch' ...

1:40 "bulletproof conversations are conversations that can not go wrong" Obviously you've never met me LOL

"speaking to people and girls" lmao i cant

so i tried one of these bulletproof conversations... i wanted to know what the time was from my dad so i had to ask my mom where he was... just found out hes not coming back from the store with that pack of newports he went for 10 years ago.

I said: Excuse me, how can I get to so and so? Didn't end well...

Wow when the guy from Practical Psychology took back the mic from Improvement Pill, I immediately went from tranquil to full of anxiety x.x

I'm nervous just looking at the thumbnail of this video.

I asked a blind person for the time....and then awkwardly asked if they knew how to get across the street.... then i told her thanks for the ride anyway.

*Me trying to talk to stranger beauty:* Me: Hello, whats the time? She: First I have boyfriend and second there is a clock on that wall! Me: Thanks Oo

I've been invited here to speak on how to decrease nervousness when talking to *people and girls*, *Colors and pink*, *Dogs and chihuahuas*, *Stupidity and this statement*.

Does 'hi' count as a conversation?

It's 23:37... Think it would be a little weird if I went out and talked to a random stranger at this time

One very important trick that I have learned, is to simply think of life as one big game, which helps me believe that the risks of social situations are insignificant. This has helped me much in combating my fear of social situations.

okay, I know that you don't read comments all that much and may not even see this, and I know these comments are "lame" and stuff but I need to say this. This was exactly what I needed. I was a social wreck who couldn't even order at a McDonalds because of fear, and this video helped me so much. Social anxiety is such a common problem that it's easy to brush it off saying that i'm antisocial or that I do better alone, but it really was a trouble in my life. I was insecure all the time, and I really needed help. Thank you so much for telling me this.

i would go outside but its 1am midnight

step 1 : find a peron with confidence step 2 : talk to them Congratulations!you have successfully talked to a person with confidence!

I've always been an awkward person. Communication has never been a strong suit of mine. So for people like me, we need things like these.

Brainsoutforharambe! :D Seriously though, great video. This was what helped me become more social. I simply started talking to girls, men, old ladies, cats, etc. without any expectations. Pushing through the awkwardness initially makes you so much more comfortable in all situations.

"hey did you hear about that kid that fell into a gorilla cage" omg im dead i need to try that

Sees a girl waiting for the bus ME: thanks for the ride (bulletproof line as said by the narrator) GIRL: wtf is wrong with you

I literally thought there was a pill that can cure us... :(

my conversation me: ''hi how are u '' random person: ''fine how are u'' me: ''good'' [awkward silence]

Dunno. I tried the 3,2,1 tactic and I ended up walking up to people without anything to say. Most of the time it ends in awkward silence. Also, I talked to about 40 random girls by now... I still feel anxious though.

I'm not scared to talk to anyone really, not even girls, just the girl I like, and every time I just back out last second.

My best freind was once a stranger This video made us what we are today

Wish me luck, here it goes X100 Interaction challenge - 11/21/2016

Thank you so Much =) You have Changed My Life ! ❤❤❤ I started taking your Challenge a few weeks ago & it really Works =) Now I Start Talking to Almost anybody about anything mostly Funny Stuff though. I like Kidding Strangers about almost anything Funny that Comes into my Mind & they Mostly Seem to Like it Too. Thanks again. Keep up with your Awesome Videos.

I asked some stranger what time it was. He slowly turned around with this smug face and is like "Time for you to get a watch." and he just fuckijg put sunglasses on. By far, the best thing to have happened to me and one of the most frustrating because I got to school late cause of that guy.

you know what's weird you aren't afraid of heights you are afraid of falling

Cheers bro! Also you're growing so fast! Keep up the good work!

the 3..2..1 trick is something I learned a while back to help overcome the fear of cliff jumping. Never thought of using it for interactions with women.

I stock shelves at a local grocery store, and just helping people find a product, exchanging a few words with them and being thanked always puts a smile on my face :)

My problem is not the fear of talking to strangers but that I don't have a single clue about what I should talk with them!

I've done this challenge in the past. The only thing it led to is hundreds of girls' phone numbers in my contacts. None of whom want a date.

Another tip: God loves all of you, so even if you're afraid of getting turned down or something you'll never walk alone...

guys read the title “how to talk to people with confidence” and i was like “but i cant untill i talk to them for a while

Please stop putting random women in your thumbnails. I know you think it's a "psychological trick" to get more views but it's not, it's clickbait.

This all seems like good information, but my issues with social anxiety is a little different from the norm... First of all, I should explain that I'm 32 years old and my entire life, I've only had one friend. I'm incredibly lonely, I'm an only child, and I run my own business, where I have no chance of meeting anyone... Tbh, I can only think of 3 people I ever had a meaningful conversation with, My entire life! I'm intelligent, kind, funny and interesting. I have many interests and have met many people who are similar to me. But what's strange, is I have a VERY hard time getting anyone to like me. Even just to be my acquaintance, I have NONE! My social anxiety stems from other people; I won't feel nervous and I'll feel comfortable with the situation, then suddenly some random person will say I'm too awkward, I'm too annoying, or I seem like I'm really bored... I'll be enjoying myself, in the middle of laughing (hard) at something hilarious, when suddenly someone will say I seem really bored and its making everyone uncomfortable... Then I'll get asked to leave, or everyone else will decide to leave because I'm making people 'uncomfortable', when all I'm doing is blending in and having fun. I'll be targeted, and for the longest time, I thought I had some sort of personality defect, but I don't. I don't feel nervous and my social anxiety doesn't occur till someone does something to attack my personality or me, generally. This actually happens everytime I meet ANYONE. I can't even get anyone to exchange phone numbers with me, people will say that they "don't have a phone", or "nobody exchanges phone numbers anymore".. Or just "look for them online rather than exchanging numbers"... Yeah, this happens every time I try meeting people, or when I try to make conversation. I could be in a line full of strangers, nobody will know each other, and everyone will just start talking to each other-- while in line. If I open my mouth just to say something, someone will say "who gave you permission to talk to me?" Even though that person doesn't know anyone in line... That example probably happens once a month to me. I try so hard to find a connection out there, and this is what happens. However, I do live in Michigan... when I spent a month in Los Angeles, I made more friends in one night there, than I did my entire life in Michigan. Everywhere I went, people were very outgoing and wanted to converse with me. Maybe it's just the state I live? I don't know, but it's starting to drive me crazy.

I love the way this was presented. I had to overcome my social anxiety by necessity. I joined the Army at 17, as a military policemen. That will put you right out there. My favorite way to open a conversation... Ask if they know a joke. Just in case they don't, have one to tell.

Me: Hi!, what's the time? She: get out of my house!

Me: *walks over to random stranger*. "Thanks for the ride"Stranger: Da fuck ...

Loads of love for these videos! Pragmatic tips rather than beating around the bush resonates from your content! Keep it up man!

what helped me was just to ask for hugs and not carrying or trying not to care when I asked for them or on what they thought on me

i am social anxiety ..i cant talk with my relatives and even hesitate to talk with my neighbours and friends..i dont know how i will overcome this fear

great video! Subscribed!

I really think this would work! I've never been very shy, but talking to strangers used to make me a little nervous so i kinda avoided it. So i got a rceptionist job, hoping it would help, and it did. I've met hundreds of people, and most were foreigners, now i'm way more relaxed, it really has changed me. Gosh, the things i've been through...

If you're nervous then you are thinking about yourself and not the person you're interacting with or the group you're speaking to. Take interest in them and you won't think about what you're doing, and yes, do it more and it gets easier.

i have a social anxiety and its really bad(even just commenting on social media gives me anxiety, like what if people will think that im an idiot or somethin or like i dont really belong y did i comment etc. ) i really want to stop it because its making me sad.. I want to try this because i want to be a better confident person..Hope this work.

Me: Hey, do you know what time it is? Stranger: It's time for you to get a watch *Walks away*

I learned that you can move around a lot near your crush (shuffling around in your chair, something noticeable, ETC.) If she mimics you then start something up

Can't even express how relatable these comments are. I'm so glad I'm not alone hahaha. Y'all have my exact thoughts

The 3,2,1 trick seems really dumb and ineffective but I can guaranty it works!

This channel will be the most popular channel in personal development .Thanks man. Love from INDIA.

So happy I came across this. I have this social phobia and it controls your life

"Doing it repeatedly" is the biggest takeaway from this video for me.

In my mind everything works out fine, but I never get around to practically doing it...

I accept the challenge, that's 3 to 4 people a day, im going the college next week so there will be a lot of opportunities, I will come back in a month and reply to my comment with the results, ty guys, your videos are awesome!

“[...] how to decrease nervousness when talking to people and girls [...]” - Phew, I'm so glad this also suits for girls and not only people.

Could you guys do more collaborations? I love both of your channels.

great video practical psychology and interactive pill

Marni's Wing girl method has a good conversation strategy that, if you combine with some of the advice here, could help with the awkwardness of just chucking questions at someone. Its her OSA method: Observation, Share, Ask. The point is to make a comment, share a bit about yourself, and then. ask an open ended question. Basically how you would talk to a friend. Its more integrated conversation, more intimate, but more natural.

My Heartrate increased by just watching the video

good video. that solution seems to make a lot of sense

Still don't deal with deeper relationship issues or the many serious issues of social anexity.

bro when i subscribed you had around 5k subs, im kinda proud in a way, this is the first youtube channel i have actually witnessed 'come up', well done man, keep it up.

I used to have extreme social anxiety before I met my best friend (we're not friends anymore) and now it hasn't been that bad because she helped me understand that people aren't that scary..

Doesn't commenting on this video count as an interaction with a stranger? I mean, u can have a conversation on the internet.

That thumbnail baited me so hard.

This works. Did it myself but without knowing that this was an actual training method and without a specific goal (like talking to 100 people).

I know this is an old video, but let me tell you how i deal with nervousness. Being nervous & being excited is very similar, they're almost on the same psychological level and they both have similar symptoms. Harvard Business School Psychologist Alison Wood Brooks found a way to switch those feelings to reduce nervousness, It’s called “anxiety reappraisal.” Whenever you feel nervous, just tell(or shout) yourself that you're excited instead. This works everytime for me.

what if i already have a watch?

I really need to get friends... My only friend is my best friend but theres another girl, and shes like the boss over my best friend so Im like lonely all the time... And there was some girls that asks me to be with them but Im so shy so I didnt even answer... And now they doesnt ask anymore...

Practical psychology you have the most calming and wonderful voice I have ever heard, I love your videos too. They really help me and I enjoy them greatly.

My heart is racing while watching this video. Is it only me or?? But I am sure going to do the challenge.Wish me luck 💪❤

yo-yo this man's awesome love you bro

how deacrease nervousnes when talking to people and girls :-D :-D I see what you did there

When I was younger I used to be really shy, and I started talking more and more and I got alot better.

I like it how he says "decrease nervousness when speaking with people AND girls"

Best ending to a video ever.😂

What are people?

The 321 trick I have been using all my life. I didnt know it is a trick cause I created it myself. Thanks for the video. I hope I can overcome my fear..

Me: "Do you know what time it is?" Stranger: "5:22" Me: "Do you know how to get to so and so?" Stranger: "Where?" Me: "So and so?" Stranger: "Uh... I'm not sure. What is it?" Me: "Thanks for the ride." Stranger: "What?" Me: "Do you know what time it is?" Stranger: "Time for me to go." Me: "Thanks for the ride." 1 down, 99 more to go. This video was very helpful. Thanks for the ride.

A month left before school ends. 100 girls to talk to. This is gonna be fun😂

Me: Hey do you know what ti- Her:-I have a boyfriend(walks away)(゜-゜)

The confrontation fear is real, I always have Anxiety attacks during confrontation or if something appears to be heading to a confrontation or even a small argument I back off and run away, I just hate being yelled at makes me feel like a failure even if it's over something small, when I was seeing a Therapist she only worked on by Depression she never helped me deal with Anxiety except for helping me get a job. But I'll try these tips thank you.

I noticed that a lot of the bulletproof conversation starters are about the current location. This is probably because the person you're talking to would likely only have to look around to answer them, and won't feel like you're putting them on the spot with their preferences or personal questions.

by just reading the title I got nervous wtf

Great video. Question. Do you still think about social interaction the same way if you confront the same strangers on a daily basis? For example one of the main excuses I use to avoid interaction is, "I see these people all the time and I've never talked to them. If I just start talking now won't they think it's weird, because they already have an image of me as a person who doesn't want to talk?"

One of the most underrated channels on RU-vid

This video filled me with a little bit of hope. Then I realized I am just too socially awkward to interact with anyone. Then it made me sad.

The problem with the 1 2 3 thing, in the time i stop to think ok 1 2 3 i forget what i was originally gonna say anyways .-.

U guys are awesome 👏👍🏻

I like how RU-vid just recommends me these types of videos, after im slowly getting less awkward, in my own, hard way. I would have been so happy if i saw this video long time ago..

I swear to God! after watching this I said to myself, man up! today I saw the most beautiful girl outside running... I swear if I wasn't driving a car I would say something like should we run together or I really like you, just something I swear. Normally I am very shy and I feel really awkward socially :(. but I have decided I only live once, and I need to do what I like to do and do it while I am still alive!!! good new year :)

I. love. this. yotube channel.

awesome channel dude. btw how old are you?