Recently, I have found my self in some uncomfortable social predicaments. I am in a different stage of my training than a few of my friends. I find that when we go out for coffee or dinner, we tend to discuss work. I often find myself listening to them talk about topics that I know nothing about and I feel uncomfortable just sitting and watching. I know that they are not trying to hurt or exclude me, but it does make me not want to link up with them in large groups. What do I do in this situation?
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Definitely an awkward situation, but generally I just ask follow-up questions about whatever they’re talking about if I have nothing of my own to add.
Listen and ask questions
I asked my therapist this question because I have a different sociocultural background than people around me and I don’t get anecdotes and references. She said that asking questions and being honest about your lack of knowledge about things is the way to go. If it’s a topic that a person cares tons about they would LOVE to talk about it and help you understand.