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By: Mike

Mike — Sun, 31 Aug 2008 18:22:37 +0000

Thanks for the comment, Mary!

Figuring out the mid-point is a good idea. It gives you hope that there is an end in sight!

My goal is to be able to attend a formal family gathering at Christmas, and the mid-point ought to be right as the desert is being served!

By: Mary Jamison

Mary Jamison — Sun, 31 Aug 2008 15:44:47 +0000

I really like the list of goals.
For years, formal holiday get-togethers, where everyone sat around a table, were something I dreaded. I pretty much just endured them. Finishing the meal always was a good point; after that, I could at least move around the house. When I see the pictures now, I’m so glad I was able to do it.
Another thought is to figure out what the halfway point is, so that you know when you’re heading toward the “OK to go home” part of the event.

By: Mike

Mike — Sun, 31 Aug 2008 03:23:55 +0000

Thanks for the comment, Tina!

A list of goals is a good idea. Maybe write them on the same slip of paper as the coping skills. Then they can be reviewed if need be.

It’s the events I really can’t leave after 15 minutes that bother me. For example, I have to go to my best friend’s daughter’s engagement celebration party soon. I can’t leave too early or there will be hurt feelings.

I’ve already started my lists, and now I can add goals to them. It will help me a lot by giving me something specific to do rather than just wandering around or hiding in a corner.

Thanks for the suggestion!

By: Tina

Tina — Sun, 31 Aug 2008 02:20:42 +0000

Very very useful tips. I like to refer to myself as anti social.While I like people, I prefer one on one. This list is something I can review and shove in my pocket when I got to a writing conference.

I find goal setting to be very helpful in social/networking events. What do I want to accomplish?

1. I will talk to one industry professional.
2. I will introduce myself to one new person.
3. I will stay for more than fifteen minutes.
4. I will walk around the entire room at least once.

Then once I accomplish my goals I am free to leave or stay.

I laugh as I write this but truly, once I went to an industry social event…got off the elevator and walked across the room to another elevator and left.

Goals do help.

Thanks again, Mike