set at ease

be friendly and talkative break ground cut the first turf get one's feet wet lay the first stone lead off lead the way make a start oil the works open the way pave the way smooth the path socialize start start the ball rolling take the plunge

allure attract bewitch captivate charm enchant fascinate melt relieve seduce soften soothe win over

agitate concern disenchant disquiet disturb offend perturb worry