5 Tips To Avoid The New ‘Social Hangover’

Live events are back on! Face-to-face meetings are happening! Dinners with friends are locked in! Feel exhausted just reading this? Don’t worry – you’re not alone. With the rise of in-person gatherings, whether personal or professional – it’s no surprise that many of us are left feeling exhausted after a night of socializing, also known as a ‘social hangover’.

If you’re noticing your calendar start to fill up with various events, here are a few tips to avoid feeling overwhelmed.

Tip #1 – There’s no need to say ‘yes’ to everything

If you receive an invitation that doesn’t quite feel like it’s the best use of your time, it’s OK to politely decline. It’s better to decline an invitation than to accept it, and not attend at the last minute. If you accept an invitation to something, always do your best to show up.

Tip #2 – Make a short appearance

If you notice you’re feeling quite exhausted after an event, try going for part of the event, not all of it. For example, if it’s a four-hour event, just go for the first half. Ease your way back into it.

Tip #3 – Set yourself a limit

If the invitations keep coming your way, try setting a limit for the number of events per week (or month) that you’ll attend. For example, try committing to a maximum of 1-2 events per week if you know that’s what you can manage.

Tip #4 – Consider the virtual option

Most professional events offer a virtual option for those who are unable to attend in-person. Although face-to-face events are often more engaging, tuning in virtually is still a great option if you want to participate, but would prefer to be in a more comfortable environment.

Tip #5 – Be patient with yourself

If you find your conversation skills aren’t quite up to scratch the way they used to be, that’s OK. After all, you’ve probably spent the last 18 months meeting people virtually – so it’s understandable that it can be nerve-wracking to socialize again in-person. Do your best to relax and ask open-ended questions if you get stuck on how to carry the conversation.

Next time you receive an invitation, really take a moment to think about whether it aligns to your goals and what you’re trying to achieve (either personally or professionally). It’s OK to say no and set boundaries.

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