I’ve been trying to make social connections, but the problem is that any time I start to think about how I can start conversations, the conditions are never ideal. Mainly, everyone is either doing a combination of being busy with some activity or talking to other people. How do I join in on the group conversation? Especially if I don’t know most/all of the people there?
Ice-breaking is hard for everyone.
If it’s at work or school you could ask someone for help with something. It needn’t be too major or time-consuming (possibly best if it isn’t).
If it’s a party you can ask someone how they know the host.
I’m British, so something about the weather always works.