At some point in everyone's life there has been a moment where they just feel too awkward to be part of the group. Whether you're a social butterfly or not, you've probably felt as if you just want to crawl into a shell and stay there while the party goes around you. If you haven't yet mastered how to handle yourself during a social event, you don't have to worry. There is finally a guide for how to act when you're around others.

Here are ten ways to survive socially as told by Friends' Chandler Bing.

1. You should always have a positive outlook on the situation.

2. Always have a good icebreaker for a conversation.

3. You need to be able to state how you're really feeling.

4. Being yourself is key.

5. You don't have to be a people person, but at least be kind when speaking to others.

6. And know how to let them down easy when you aren't excited about the subject matter.

7. Have something interesting about yourself to share with new people.

8. Or maybe talk about your goals in life.

9. Be able to use critical thinking to better contribute to the conversation.

10. And finally, always know what to say.