The other day, someone approached me whom I wanted to be aloof around, for my own ridiculous reasons. But despite having technically months prepare this moment, when it happened I just lost everything in the moment. I couldn't conjure the simplest words. Eye contact was impossible. I bumbled and mumbled and stammered out a few words and smiled and made myself scarce.

For the rest of that whole day, and often since, I just marveled at it. I didn't kick myself over it, but I've been stupefied at how deer-in-headlights I got.

What are some tips or experiences you can share about these situations?

I knew exactly how I wanted to present myself, and I just fell apart. It unfortunately happens often. Not that bad, but often. I'm willing to try anything to take control over that.