Posted by bookgurl99 on May 16, 2003, at 1:45:42
In reply to I am scared to get a job., posted by Kelly1 on May 16, 2003, at 0:52:34
Kelly1,
I guess all I can say is that it's really hard to move from a comfortable situation where you're 'popular' to one where you don't know anybody. I've done this a couple times in my life, and it's tough.
I guess the thing that helps me is not to identify too strongly with the awkward, nerdy feeling -- everyone can feel that way in a new crowd, but it doesn't mean that we're _all_ awkward and nerdy, right?
I felt really self conscious and scared when I started my new job -- 9 months ago. But just the routine of work helps people get conversations started, and get to know each other slowly. Now, 9 months later, I'm on a 'beautification committee' (LOL) and know my coworkers a lot better. :D
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