Anyone have any tips on becoming more conversational in general?

Find myself trying to think of conversation topics before I start talking to people, is there a more natural way of being conversational?

I'm considered a good conversationalist. The idea of being an awesome conversationalist appeals me however.

For you however, I'd recommend some kind of newbie mission. If you need to think before talking to someone, you're doing it wrong - unless you're preparing arguments.

Basically the newbie mission for PUA would help you a lot. Most probably, the problem isn't that you can't talk , its that there are things blocking your ability to. Try dealing with your shyness, insecurities and whatnot.

Start with the newbie mission or go to some discussion forum.

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As you're not a natural in conversation , according to what you said, you need to have some stories already practised to tell people and girls.. try to come up with some funny stories, nobody needs to know they're not true... ( also try and incorporate some DHVs - this will do wonders with the girls)

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Tap into her interests and before you know it she'll be the one doing most of the talking. Just give some minimal encouragers "Ahha...mmmm...Wow, you did?" etc..