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writes:So my boyfriend is taking me to a party. ALL of his friends will be there (boys and girls) and I won't know a soul (okay, I'll know one guy). Now, I tend to be socially awkward sometimes, I'll probably be very quiet and reserved, cuz I don't really handle large groups of unknown people very well. And I'm especially nervous, cuz he got out of a 2 year relationship a few months ago, so all eyes will be on me - the new girlfriend. This is very important to me, I don't want to mess it up. I want to leave a good impression. So please, do you have any tips on what to do and how? Should I bring a friend along? Reply to this Question
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reader, Lexie88  +, writes (20 January 2010):
 Don't overthink this too much, and don't bring a friend. What you should realize is that his past relationship doesn't matter, YOU are with him now and he wants to be with YOU. His friends like and respect him and they will show you the same courtesy I'm sure. After all, you're the girl who he's with. Don't worry too much.
As to what to do, be nice and polite to everyone and make small talk. Try to find common ground between you and some of his friends so that you have something to talk about. You could always ask him a few questions about some friends so that you have something to talk about.
Also, don't latch onto him too much during the night. Also make sure to speak to the girls as well as the guys.
You'll be fine :)
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reader, CaringGuy  +, writes (19 January 2010):
Relax!! You're already trying too hard and you're not even at the party yet. Be yourself. Tell your boyfriend you're nervous about meeting all his friends and need him to be there for you. He should be enough support for you if you tell him you're nervous. You'll be fine.
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