A Guide To Awkward Interactions
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A Guide To Awkward Interactions

We all dread the awkward conversations we have when we go to our hometowns.

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A Guide To Awkward Interactions

We all know the feeling; when we are at the store and BOOM. Out of nowhere, someone you know walks out of the aisle. Not KNOW, like your best friend who you actually try to see, but those people you haven't talked to since high school and only see on social media. You panic. There is no way you want to talk to them right now. There is not enough money in the world to make you actually want to have the awkward, "How are you," conversation when neither of you actually cares. Here's a few pointers on how to avoid these awkward situations, as told by our fave celebs.

Make a generic sign. "I'm fine, school is good, yes, I am still in college. I'm busy. So good to see you, hope to see you again soon."

No one likes these conversations. Every single time you work up the courage to leave your home, you MUST have these conversations. Just make a sign. It will help. I promise.

You could go with a classic: The umbrella.

You use it to guard you from the sun or rain and when you see someone you don't want to talk to, just close it with your head in it. You might look a little funny, but no one is going to stop you to make sure you're okay.

Another classic: The Bag Over Your Head

Not only reserved for when you're completely embarrassed.

This one's simple

Grab the item closest to you and cover your face with it. No one will know you are behind it.

The Turtle

This is probably the easiest. Pull whatever item of clothing you are wearing over your face. Truly unrecognizable.

I call this. The Blanket Cocoon.

No one actually wants to leave their bed anyway. This is the ideal way to leave the house.

The Groundhog

This one goes with The Blanket Cocoon. Pop your head out. If you see someone you know, go back home for six more weeks.

ICE: The mask

For when you have no other options.

Confidence

Go up to the person. Talk to them. Have the conversation. Walk away knowing you won't see them again for awhile. If I'm being honest, this is the best option. Don't you want the world to know how awesome your life is?

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