We recently polled our readers: When you walk into a room full of people, what do you do? Here are the results:

47% I look for one or two people I know and stick with them.

20% I introduce myself to one or two people. It's always fun to meet someone new.

19% Greet everyone with a handshake or hug. I'm very friendly.

14% I am very uncomfortable in large groups. I try to avoid them...and I'm by myself when it happens.

Our results show that most of us fall neither into the very extroverted or very introverted category. Most of us like to be with people we know, and enjoy their company. Sometimes we have not seen them in a while, so we spend much of the time just catching up together.

Still, it can be fun to have the opportunity to meet new people, perhaps make some new friends. Many people feel content just to meet one or two new people, and spend a little more time getting to know them. That is how a lot of friendships get started. You find interests in common, maybe even belong to some of the same organizations. Sometimes you really connect with someone and make plans to get together again for lunch or coffee. This person could end up being one of your closest friends. Aren't you glad you met them?

Then there are those who can happily mingle with everyone, the joyous extroverts of the group. These dear people routinely brighten a party or any other get together. If you're one of these fine folks, look for people who seem a bit introverted and give them a helping hand in feeling more comfortable. You'll be doing a good deed...and you may benefit greatly from meeting a new friend or business associate as well.

Some among us feel very uncomfortable with large groups. Probably few of us have not felt the same way at least once. You find yourself in a large gathering, and everyone seems to know everyone else, everyone except you. If this sounds like you, here are some tips:

1) Sometimes the best thing to do is to pretend you are not feeling shy and act 'as if' you are comfortable as you introduce yourself to someone. Look for someone who seems to be alone...it's quite possible they may be feeling just as uncomfortable in that large group as you.

2) Another possibility is finding a small group within that large group, perhaps three or four people. Rather than trying to be 'the conversation starter,' be an active listener instead.

3) Also, remember that you don't have to say something profound. Even small interjections, like, 'I so agree with what you're saying' can help you feel like you're part of the conversation.

4) One other thing I suggest is to arrive EARLY at whatever event you're attending. This will give you the best chance to get in on a conversation from the get-go, before everyone else has had a chance to find their 'group.' It's also less overwhelming when things are 'just getting started' versus when conversations are 'well under way.'

We all have our place in these large groups. It's good to have our different styles of relating. They are all beneficial. Whatever style is yours when you encounter a large group...be assured that it's an important element.

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Paper, paper and more paper--and it's all over your home!

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