Ok, so here’s the context: I live in India and recently went back to school after literally four years away. I’m 16 now, and it was a mix of excitement and nerves when I met all my old friends, who used to be like brothers to me. One of my friends and I had a very long conversation, which I thought went really well. However, later he texted me, saying he felt like I wasn’t acknowledging what he said and that I sounded uninterested. This was surprising to me because I felt like I had one of the best talks of my life.
I realized that my social skills might be lacking, especially since I’ve been isolated for the past four years. I want to make new friends and build strong connections at school. I need practical guidance that works in real life, not just some one-liners for small talk. How can I improve my facial expressions and body language to show genuine interest? Are there any drills or exercises that can help? Any advice on improving my social skills would be greatly appreciated.