In a world that expects us to have picture-perfect lifestyles, effortlessly smooth conversations, and the kind of casual confidence usually reserved for movie characters, weād like to make a different suggestion: letās be awkward, together.
We created this guide in partnership with Hingeās One More Hour initiative to remind you that those cringe-inducing moments are not only normal but, honestly, pretty essential. Packed with heartfelt wisdom and delightfully candid advice from the PI.FYI community, this guide is built to be your go-to companion for navigating life's inevitable awkward moments. Think of it as your friendly reminder that nobody actually knows what they're doing - at least not all the time.
So take a deep breath, push through the awkwardness, and remember: we're all stumbling through this together, so why not lean into it and laugh a little?
With illustrations by Angus Plunkett.
Chapter One: āSo Iām Really Into This One Thingā¦ā
Sometimes your most niche obsession is the best conversation starter. Bonding over random interests cuts through uncertainty faster than any small talk ever could.
We asked our community one simple question to find out if our hunch was right:
Here's how they answered:
Chapter Two: The Museum of Awkward Moments
Every great connection story starts with someone doing something mortifying. We all carry these momentsāthe universal experiences that make us cringe years later but also make us human.
Welcome to the hall of fame nobody asked for, but everyone secretly belongs to. We asked PI.FYI:
Here's how they answered:
Chapter Three: Earnest Wisdom & Advice
We've all been there: the conversation dies, you say something questionable, or the vibe just feels off. The PI.FYI community shared their field-tested ways to move through these moments with grace (and humor). We asked:
Here's how they answered:
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