Man Made Podcast ep. 45 Awkward Interactions

Welcome to the ManMade Podcast


This Podcast is with Shawn Helvey and Adam Thorne. Shawn is a
licensed behavioral health counselor and Adam is a graduate
student in behavioral health counseling. They’ve known each other
for over 25 years and talk every week about the trials and
tribulations of life.


 


Awkward interactions are like uninvited guests at the party of
life; they just show up, usually at the most inopportune times.
Picture this: You're in an elevator, and your brain decides it's
the perfect moment to forget every social norm. You blurt out to
a stranger, “Nice weather inside, isn’t it?” and immediately wish
you could vanish into thin air. But fear not! The key to
overcoming these cringe-worthy moments lies in embracing them
with a hint of humor. Think of them as mental burpees - slightly
uncomfortable but great for your social fitness. Next time you
find yourself in the middle of an awkward tango, just smile and
think, “Well, this will make a great story for my pet turtle!”
Remember, everyone has these moments, and they’re just tiny blips
in the grand scheme of things. So, laugh it off, maybe share your
awkward tale with a friend, and watch how a little chuckle can
turn a face-palm moment into a fun anecdote. It’s like giving
your mental health a high-five!


 


Some resources that may be useful:


Key & Peele Friend Who Makes Everything Awkward


https://psychcentral.com/health/socially-awkward#_noHeaderPrefixedContent


 


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