THEME 1 — Confidence & Social Presence

blend in

• Meaning: adapt socially

• Connotation: neutral (sometimes negative for you)

• Context:
  You don’t want to blend in; you want to be authentic while still connecting with others.

“Break the ice”

• Meaning: remove awkwardness

• Connotation: friendly

• Context:
  When you meet new people in Algeria or in the gym, you sometimes use humor to break the ice.

“Carry yourself well”

• Collocations: carry yourself with confidence, carry yourself like a leader

• Connotation: powerful, masculine, respectable

• Context (your life):
  At university, you’re learning to carry yourself well so people see the man you’re becoming, not the boy you were.

“Vibe with someone”

• Meaning: connect naturally

• Connotation: positive, modern

• Context:
  You only vibe with people who have ambition, good energy, and emotional depth.

“Stand your ground”

• Meaning: keep your values, don’t give in

• Connotation: strong, self-respect

• Context:
  Even when people follow trends you don’t like, you stand your ground and keep your own style.