How To Meet People (When You Don't Know Anyone)

If you want help finding better answers to the questions people actually ask (including examples of what I would say), get the worksheet here: https://learn.thomassmithyman.com/Con... This personal strategy has been a game-changer in social situations. Over the past 20 years, whenever I’ve found myself in a setting where I knew no one, this rule has been my lifeline. For weekly insights and tips, subscribe to the newsletter: https://learn.thomassmithyman.com/email For more on psychology and social interaction, you can get my book here: https://geni.us/DatingWithoutFear Today we'll talk about: 0:00 - Intro: The 3 Strangers Rule 0:16- The challenge of socializing alone 0:44 - The loneliness epidemic 1:17 - My story of struggling to socialize 2:02 - What is the 3 Strangers Rule? 2:33 - The psychology behind the rule 5:33 - What to expect when you use the rule 7:16 - How to meet a lot of people 8:25 - The long term benefits of the 3 Strangers Rule 10:29 - Why meeting people gets easier over time 11:26 - An example of success using the rule 12:28 - How to start MY BOOK Out now: https://geni.us/DatingWithoutFear ONLINE THERAPY I'm no longer accepting patients for individual therapy. Subscribe to my channel Here:    / @drthomassmithyman   PLEASE READ If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, please call a local emergency telephone number or go immediately to the nearest emergency room. DISCLAIMER This information is for educational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for clinical care. Please consult a health care provider for guidance specific to your case.