How to Talk to Anyone Without Being Awkward

I spent the last 5 years going from barely knowing how to talk to people to somehow being able to carry a conversation with pretty much anyone. So today I'm breaking down the 5 biggest things I did to become more socially confident, stop overthinking every interaction, and finally learn how to talk to people without feeling like I'm being held hostage by my own brain. Hopefully you find these tips helpful! Welcome to my ongoing experiment of trying to become a functioning adult. I'm studying audio engineering, learning new skills, figuring out how to cook without setting off the smoke alarm, and sharing everything I learn along the way. Expect honest wins, embarrassing mistakes, questionable life decisions, and hopefully a few lessons that make your journey a little easier. (: What is your biggest fear with talking to people?