Goodbye Awkwardness - 8 Fun Sessions Learning & Practicing Social Skills

Tue Oct 01 2024 at 06:00 pm to 07:00 pm UTC+01:00

Central London | London

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Goodbye Awkwardness - 8 Fun Sessions Learning & Practicing Social Skills
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Our motto: Make socialising enjoyable. This interactive course teaches feeling more relaxed and confident in social encounters of all types
About this Event

Who this is for


Ever feel uncomfortable in social settings?

Ever feel that you are not sure how to conduct yourself when socialising? Always wondering what the right thing to do or say next is?

We want to unlock your social potential. To let out the inner social animal from the chains of self-doubt and get you enjoying socialising again.


Our approach


Our approach is to get you practising for common scenarios with actors and teach you the standard tricks and norms when socialisng.

Our 8-session course is designed people who just don't feel that comfortable talking to people. Backed by peer-reviewed social science and psychology research, this course offers a comprehensive approach to understanding and practicing social skills. If you struggle with low social confidence, feel you lack basic social skills and awareness, or find the world of socializing stressful and insecure, this course is for you.

Through interactive learning and practice, we'll run through typical social norms in different settings, help you feel less anxious, and provide opportunities to practice in a supportive environment. Our sessions feature guest speakers and professional actors to facilitate real-life social interactions.


Join us and learn to be yourself


Event Details:


Our course is for eight weeks from Tue Oct 01 2024 at 6:00 PM in Central London, exact location TBC.

Each session is an hour and a half long and there is an informal dinner after the course, together with a drinks to get to know each other at the beginning of the course.

Don't miss out on this chance to say goodbye to awkwardness and hello to a more comfortable you. Sign up now and take the first step towards mastering your social skills!

Whether you struggle with making small talk, meeting new people, or navigating social events, this is the perfect opportunity to let the real you shine through.


Course Plan:


1. **October 1, 2024 - Introduction to Social Skills**

- **Subject:** Understanding Social Anxiety and the Basics of Social Interaction


2. **October 8, 2024 - Breaking the Ice**

- **Subject:** Techniques for Starting and Maintaining Conversations


3. **October 15, 2024 - Body Language Basics**

- **Subject:** Reading and Using Non-Verbal Cues


4. **October 22, 2024 - The Art of Small Talk**

- **Subject:** Navigating Casual Conversations and Finding Common Ground


5. **October 29, 2024 - Social Etiquette and Norms**

- **Subject:** Understanding and Practicing Social Norms and Manners


6. **November 5, 2024 - Managing Social Anxiety**

- **Subject:** Techniques for Reducing Anxiety in Social Situations


7. **November 12, 2024 - Interactive Practice with Actors**

- **Subject:** Real-Life Social Scenarios and Role-Playing with Professional Actors


8. **November 19, 2024 - Building Long-Term Social Confidence**

- **Subject:** Developing Lasting Social Skills and Creating a Personal Action Plan


Disclaimer:


We take a science driven approach but the presenters of this course are not medical professionals. The authors will share advice given by others but do not purport to supply educational or therapeutic services.






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Central London, Central London, London, United Kingdom

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