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jem80Senior Contributor
Sometimes when I interact with others I tend to come across as cold, abrupt and lifeless. I sometimes "drop out" of the conversation. When I drop out of the conversation, I lose a little bit of track in regards to what people are talking about and stare into the distance. This generally occurs when I have had a long day and are tired. I also tend to repeat myself.
In response to: Lifeless Interaction
KurraSenior Contributor
In response to: Lifeless Interaction
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Hi @jem80 thanks for sharing. Echoing @Kurra I think most people can relate to this experience. Have you ever considered why this might be happening for you? For some people who are more introverted, big group interactions can trigger anxiety. As a way to manage this, people can sometimes turn inward and 'dissociate' or sort of tune out of what's happening in the room. While they're present physically, the mind goes elsewhere for a while. I wonder - Does that sound like what's happening for you? Or does it feel different?
In response to: Re: Lifeless Interaction
jem80Senior Contributor
@Former-Member,
Sometimes it is because I am introverted and other times it's because my mind just decides to "skip the room" and leave the conversation. I have had trouble with my concentration in the past and it is getting better as my focus is stronger. Still, I am leaving the conversation whilst still being phsyically present.
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