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B2 – Upper Intermediate<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

At a time when socializing can sometimes feel overwhelming or exhausting, the idea of \u201csoft socializing\u201d offers a more relaxed and meaningful way to connect with others. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In \u201cWhat Is Soft Socializing?\u201d, America Edwards explains that low-pressure, activity-based interactions can help people build and maintain relationships without the stress of constant conversation or social performance. Through shared activities and simple everyday moments, soft socializing shows that connection can be natural, sustainable, and just as meaningful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Read this article to know more about soft socializing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

https:\/\/www.psychologytoday.com\/us\/blog\/the-ties-that-connect-us\/202604\/what-is-soft-socializing<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Vocabulary Questions:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Define “parallel playing<\/strong>“. “Think craft nights, book clubs, casual walks, or simply parallel playing<\/strong>.” <\/em>Make a sentence with this term. Give a similar expression.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. What does “for something to unfold<\/strong>” mean?  Soft socializing creates the conditions for that process<\/strong> to unfold<\/strong> naturally.”<\/em> Use this expression in a sentence. Give a similar expression.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. What is a “social biome<\/strong>“? “Recent work by Jeffrey A. Hall and Andy J. Merolla reframes this idea through what they call the<\/em> social biome<\/strong><\/em>.”<\/em> Make a sentence with this. Give a similar expression.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    Discussion Questions:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    1. What is your opinion on soft socializing?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    2. Do you think people can build strong relationships through low-pressure activities? Why or why not?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    3. Do you think meaningful connection always requires deep conversation? Why or why not?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    4. Would soft socializing be popular in your culture or community? Why do you think so?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    5. What are some examples of low-pressure social activities that you have partaken in? How was your experience?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    6. How can soft socializing improve work relationships? Does your company offer activities to encourage soft socializing? Talk about it.
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