The First Day of Classes The freshman year at most colleges and universities is when the school attempts to give you a good liberal arts foundation for your major; you will take only a few introductory classes for your concentration. There will be immense amounts of reading and writing. What […]
You have social anxiety. Social anxiety is the feeling of intense fear in social situations. It can be paralyzing and prevent you from doing things that might make you happy, like making friends or meeting new people. Why do I feel that I have no friends? Insecurity: You don’t feel […]
How to Socialize with People in College: The Introvert Way Talk with your blockmates first. Talk to your seatmates in your class. Talk to your roommates and its respective room neighbors in your dormitory or boarding house. Join an organization based on your interests. Don’t forget to greet the staffs […]
In a new report published in the Journal of Social and Personal Relationships, Associate Professor of Communication Studies Jeffrey Hall found that it takes roughly 50 hours of time together to move from mere acquaintance to casual friend, 90 hours to go from that stage to simple “friend” status and […]
Americans, on average, say they have about nine close friends Mean Number of Friends Men 9.3 Women 7.9 Personal happiness Very happy 9.1 How many friends has an average person? The average American has three friends for life, five people they really like and would hang out with one-on-one, and […]
Read on for some tips on what you should do if you‘re not enjoying university. Step 1: Figure out what’s making you unhappy. Step 2: Talk to people. Step 3: Give it time. Step 4: Decide whether university is right for you, or if you want to change courses. Step […]
How to Make Friends in College Classes Sit Near Others. Know what kind of student you are, and position yourself accordingly. Be Aware of Others. Talk to Others. Get Involved. Reach Out for Help. Make Conversation After Class. Ask Others to Lunch. Invite Others from Class to Events. How do […]
Say “Hi” and introduce yourself with your name and grade. Ask them for the same information. You can also ask the new student where they moved from and how it’s going at the new school. See if they want to play together at recess or sit together at lunch. How […]
Being mentally healthy is also key to being the best teenage girl you can be.Use your common sense! Also say no to drugs, alcohol, and cigarettes! They aren’t cool. And remember you don’t have to have sex if you don’t want to. The bottom line is that you must treat […]
Auburn basketball: How the SEC fared in the March Madness Round of 64. Auburn basketball is still standing as an SEC school representing a traditionally football-focused conference after defeating Jacksonville State in their first matchup of March Madness. They’re not alone, but the ranks have thinned after Round of 64 […]
Here are some suggestions for helping a shy teen make friends Go back to the basics. Teens and tweens may need more direct coaching on how to get to know someone in person. Help your teen decide how to get together with peers. Gradually, talk to your teen about social […]
There is a place for shy students and introverted students at college, and they can thrive and enjoy the college experience. Help your student find the balance of reaching outside of their comfort zone and being comfortable with who they are. Is college hard for shy people? College is challenging […]
But making friends can be even more difficult for people who experience social anxiety disorder.2. Fight, not flight make eye contact with a stranger. smile at someone you don’t know. introduce yourself to someone new. ask someone you just met a question. give someone new a compliment. How do I […]
Unfortunately, many college students suffer from having a low self-esteem—a problem that can be caused by negative life experiences, mental illness, and past trauma. It is important to start an open dialogue about low self-esteem because it can easily co-exist with mental illness. What are the 5 causes of low […]
How do you become an extrovert? Get a home-field advantage. Introverts are usually most comfortable in their own surroundings. Set specific goals. Practice, practice, practice. Allow recharge time. Join Toastmasters or another speaking group. Practice saying yes. Give yourself an out. Use liquid courage wisely. Can you force yourself to […]