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A man and two women having a fun conversation. – Photo credit: via Canva/Photos

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Simple ’30-second rule’ can help even awkward people appear to be brilliant conversationalists

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Pictured here: Anita Omary; her son, Osman; and Omary’s close friends – Photo credit: Array

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Once a refugee seeking safety in the U.S., Anita Omary is using what she learned to help others thrive.

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