Typically aimed at those experiencing social anxiety, shyness, or "social rust" after periods of isolation.
Making small talk with cashiers, baristas, or security guards beyond just "thank you".
Asking for the time, directions, or the price of an item.
Interactions should be with people you do not know well to maximize the growth of your "social muscle".
Simple head nods or smiles are insufficient; you must speak to the other person.
Successful participants often use a tiered approach, starting with "Bulletproof Conversations"—socially acceptable interactions that are almost impossible to fail: