Ask Lemmy

I usually either just look at whoever is talking at the moment, or at my food while I'm eating it. I've never gone out to eat with a group where no one was talking.

Look around, but don't stare. Engage in conversation and use the "rules" for that.

Might as well look at your phone then, wherever you sit. It's 2024, that's considered normal these days right?

Or maybe, just maybe find a date to bring along with, and at least attempt to try holding a normal conversation and try getting to know each other.

Scan the room left to right. Quickly. Do it 3-10x. Survey the people.

Now. Go to the far left person, look at their head. Maintain eye to head contact for 3 seconds. Now with your mouth make a (bzzzrrr) noise and turn your head slowly to the next person. When you stop turning your head make a (kerthnk, zzp) noise. Do this for every person in the restaurant. You now have data on everyone.

Next step, scan for exits, reposition yourself at the table so that your back faces the nearest structural wall, this will be useful if there is a fire fight. Turn your seat backwards and plant your feet far apart for maximum stability, also granting you the mobility to leap to your feet and dive through a window if necessary.

I assume you are wearing leather gloves and a bandana, nod to yourself and squeeze your hands a few times to get the blood flowing.

The server is here, order nuggies and a water. You'll need your protein, but you are prepared.

Go forth and conquer the world my child.

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Sounds exhausting. How about the menu? Study it like there will be a test on it tomorrow.