Parties

While London is home to around 8.7million people, meeting new people can be tough. Finding someone you like enough to date or be in a relationship with can be even tougher.

Here’s how to put yourself in real-life situations that can lead to new relationships or friendships.

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How to Mingle With Strangers at Parties. To mingle with strangers at parties, start easy by talking to a single person or a small group. Introduce yourself to the strangers at the party and have a pleasant conversation with them. Smile and...

Sometimes it’s good to get out and meet people in the real world. Parties are a great opportunity to meet new people.

A lot of people feel a bit unsure of themselves when it comes to how to mingle and talk to people at parties. Some of the big issues that come up are: Feeling shy and awkward about approaching people to start conversations, Not knowing what to say when they're chatting to someone. Introducing yourself and the ensuing conversation can seem stilted and forced.

I can vouch for this getting-to-know-folks strategy having just returned from my husband's 45th college reunion where I knew virtually no one.