Being socially awkward

Make social interactions more enjoyable with these tips.

Social awkwardness isn’t a mental health condition and there’s no diagnosis for it; rather it’s the sum of feelings you may have when in social settings. Not understanding social cues can be a reason for feeling socially awkward, however, it’s possible to understand these cues so you can feel more like you fit in.

We browsed Quora for easy tips on improving your social skills, so you can network, date, and generally schmooze with confidence.

While social cues aren't their strong suit, awkward people do excel in other areas.

mindbodygreen on Instagram: "Are you a little awkward? 🥴 Psychologists say it’s not necessarily a bad thing. ⁠ ⁠ According to therapist Maria Sosa, MFT, social awkwardness is when we have difficulty communicating and engaging with others in social settings. "There's a sense of discomfort, feeling out of place, not being able to pick up on social cues or respond in a socially acceptable way. Interactions, as a whole, feel off for all parties." Benefits of being socially awkward at the link…

It's okay - you're not the only person feeling socially awkward everywhere you go.