How do I overcome my shyness?

Answer 1

Take drama classes. It will break you out of your shell, it did for me. At times, I had hard time talking to people, but after the drama classes, I learned to tap on what is inside me, and now I can be wise, sarcastic at times, funny at other times. It takes time, but I am not as shay as before. try it it can help.

Answer 2

Good question ... depending on where your from some other people might respond differently .... for instance where i'm from people are square asses and I still can't figure out what they do for fun but me personally was a adventurous kid growing up and when I got older discovered people are different and you respond back by how they treat you .... but be yourself and don't do anything too crazy to overcome your shyness or people will think you gone off the deep in...... and will not only have no friends but the people you do know will report you to a therapist....

Answer 3

Treat it as if it is somewhat of a phobia. The fear of talking or doing anything in front of people. One technique you could use is flooding. Put yourself in situations where you have to talk to people and share what you are thinking. What sort of situations... Maybe you can go to a shopping mall and simply ask people simple questions out of the blue like "what time is it? and Do you know where the ______ is?" It will be difficult but it is a start. You can do it. Besides who cares what people think. Then before you know it you will be chatting it up with anybody who is standing next to you in line!

I was somewhat of a shy person, then I moved to Mexico with some family. My shyness was even more prevelant due to the language barrier and my feeling stupid when I tried to talk. I solved the problem when I started going out and asking people simple questions, mostly to help my language acquisition, but to my suprose it helped my shyness as well. Now I have no problem trying to talk to people and make new friends.

Answer 4

Wherever you are, practice observing your environment and the people you encounter. Stay updated on current events. It gives you fuel for light banter.

Be interested in people. Smile, remember their names, what they say, and let them do all the talking. The secret is to ask one or two innocuous questions without intensity, just curiosity. Listen for the best in them and work with that. Everyone is interesting.

Ironically, keep in mind that they probably won't want to know about others, unless they pointedly ask. People like talking about themselves. They'll think you have a lot in common with them.

Answer 5

Hang out with loud people and it gets to you. I used to be shy to until I started hanging out with the wildest, weirdest people you would ever meet and now I can't stop talking once I start. I could sing in front of a crowd without being scared. You'll be amazed over how it works.

Answer 6

not to put a damper on your parade or anything but its not something you can just overcome. if your shy your shy and if your not your not. i only say this because i am really shy too and have a hard time talking to anyone i don't know unless they talk to me first.

Answer 7

Honestly the best way is to just put yourself in situations where you have to talk to people. The more you do it the less shy you will be.

Answer 8

Quit worrying about what others think of you. There will always be someone that doesn't like you. If you say what you are thinking, you will only attract those who really like who you really are. This may be many or few people; it doesn't really matter if you are popular, just that you attract those who think like you and appreciate who you really are.

Answer 9

Pretend that you are outgoing. Keep practicing behaving in an extroverted manner. It will feel really awkward at first. Eventually, it will seem normal for you.

Answer 10

read the book the perks of being a wallflower. that pretty much describes "participating in life". i dont know how old you are but you will probably like that book. i dont know anyone that does not. it motivated me to be less shy.