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Starting Conversations Worksheet

Notice, react, ask — the three-part opener drilled five ways

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The three-part opener that works in almost any low-stakes setting: notice something specific, share a brief reaction, ask an open question. Draft five versions here so the pattern is in the body before the moment arrives.

Setting I want to practice in (coffee shop, gym, work event, parent pickup, etc.)

Notice

React briefly

Ask an open question

Follow-up question I can ask if they give me a one-word answer

Graceful exit line if the conversation doesn't land

What I usually assume when it doesn't go well — and a fairer read

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