44 Tips That Socially Awkward 20-Somethings Should Use To Make More Friends

43. When talking in a crowd, do not mumble but speak with a clear, confident voice.

44. Honestly, the biggest mistake is thinking you’re the only awkward person in the room. I used to think people could feel the discomfort coming off of me, and I’d mumble and be self-deprecating, which just made things worse. It was after living in LA for awhile and being around successful artists or well-known musicians that I realized everyone feels like they’re the most awkward person in the room, even people you think have every reason to be confident.

Once I realized that it I was able to relax.