Question: what to say to a friend you just met?
Answer: Be brave, worry less. Even if it's uncomfortable, be brave and just do it, Sandstrom says. ... 
Be curious. Ask questions. ... 
Don't be afraid to go off-script. ... 
Give someone a compliment. ... 
Talk about something you both have in common. ... 
Have more conversations with people you don't know. ... 
Don't let the awkward moments trip you up.