After the pandemic, many young adults find face-to-face interactions harder than expected. Years of texting, Zoom calls, and social media reduced real-life practice, while constant online visibility has added pressure and fear of being judged in conversations. As a result, awkwardness now affects confidence, careers, and relationships. From conversation workshops to low-pressure social practice, rebuilding these skills is becoming essential for Gen Z navigating work and life offline again. Do you find in-person conversations harder now than before the pandemic?