3 Tips for Talking to Strangers - The Psychology of Not Being a Social Outcast
1. Ask an Irrelevant Question
Ask the person across from you, "Do you like pineapples?" or "Have you ever seen a cat on a skateboard?" It's a surefire way to get them talking about their interests.
2. Distract from the Weather
Change the subject to anything, anything, ANYTHING. "So, did you hear about the new coffee shop downtown?" or "I heard the apocalypse is imminent, but I'm sure it'll be fine."
3. Talk About Yourself for 10 Minutes Straight
Just do it. Don't let them interrupt. Don't let them change the subject. Just keep talking, and talking, and talking. "I was just thinking about this really interesting article I read about the benefits of eating Cheetos for breakfast..."
That's it. That's the secret to not being a social outcast. Try it out, it's a real game-changer.