How can I stop being a silent autist insecure beta at family gatherings, but at the same time not offend anyone?
I'm sick of just sitting there not ever having anything to say or do. I want to be able to sit back and relax and just say whatever I feel like just like everyone else seems to do.
I've sort of tried doing this in the past, but it always ends up with someone getting offended, I assume that's just my social retardedness not knowing saying certain things can offend people, but in the moment, I don't really notice it or think that it would offend someone.
Avoid talking about offensive topics? Don't talk about politics, religion, etc. Don't insult people (if someone smokes don't tell them smoking is bad for them and they should quit).
Make """small talk""" ask em how things are going, if they've seen any movies, other questions, and hopefully those answers will give you either more questions to ask or a something you both find interested in talking about.
same, someone please let me know too.
>>34288369
Alcohol works, just don't get completely smashed
>>34288443
I don't drink.
>inb4 OMG ARE U SHITSKIN HURRR
No, I just literally don't drink. I drank a beer once as a really young kid (by mistake) and felt so bad, it scarred me for life. Nearly 30 now, haven't touched alcohol since.
>>34288369
The thing is bro. I used to be a bit like this. Afraid to speak up. Wouldnt look anyone in the eyes etc. But heres the crazy thing, people respect authority alot more then timidness. After i started speaking from my chest, calling people out and speaking my mind. All the while having good eye contact shit turned around. What i thought would offend people in actual fact built camaraderie. Its scary but once you start to see the differences it becomes 10x better.
>>34288458
Nigga I hated beer and coffee and cigarettes as a kid after trying once
Now I'm 20s and I fucking love Sour flavor and raw veggies learn to change your tastes
Also don't fucking drink le Miller lite shit that Normies drink
Fucking get a sweet beverage with a bit of alcohol you'll like it
>>34288443
Only difference will be that when he offends someone, he won't care but the day after.
>>34288369
Just say what you want brah
There isn't a clear guideline on what's offensive and what isn't. Just remember: 4chan isn't the real world and pretty much everything you read on here is offensive irl. So I guess do not talk lke you would post on here.