Social skills challenge · Warm-up
Learn and use one name
If introductions fit the setting, exchange names with someone you expect to meet again. Use their name naturally if you remember it.
Why this works
Learning a name can make a later greeting easier. Remembering names varies, and forgetting one does not mean you do not care.
How to do it
- 1
Choose a suitable moment with a colleague or someone at a shared activity.
- 2
Introduce yourself: "I am Alex, by the way." Let them choose whether to share their name.
- 3
Check pronunciation if needed and use the name naturally, without repeating it several times.
If your brain is fighting you
If you forget, ask: "Could you remind me of your name?" You do not need to guess or turn the mistake into a long apology.
Felt easy? Level up
At your next meeting, greet them by name if you remember it and refer to a shared topic when appropriate.
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