How to Make Small Talk When br You Haven't Socialized in a Year.br As more people get vaccinated and society slowly regains a sense of normalcy, you may find yourself receiving more invites to social gatherings.br Here’s how to engage in small talk br after a year of quarantine.br Ask how their quarantine has been , This is a quick and simple question br that most people can easily respond to.br Give them a compliment, Positive comments will typically br make people feel at ease.br Lean into your awkwardness, People are most likely feeling similarly, br so there’s no shame in being transparent.br Discuss post-COVID plans, After being cooped up for the past year, br people will be eager to discuss upcoming plans.