Yes, those doing IT and R&D workers are likely to have such feeling. It's matter of little or very much hard feeling.

You must do it gradually and adapt it, interacting with people. Practice a good effective communication with people before head in marketing, event planner, investment company. Never get culture shock in new company. If you do, act steady, firm, stay focus.

Join an event such as charity, running program, party etc. make yourself comfortable when in the crowd.

There are plenty of group in FB. Search the key word and click on group/ page. Choose which is nearest to your house.