I'm a very quiet person and get shy or self-conscious sometimes. But I don't want others to think I'm mean, stuck-up or disinterested. I want to be friendly towards others but I don't know if I'm succeeding. What types of things can I do to let others realize that I'm just shy and not unfriendly?
2006-12-09 11:11:45 · 8 answers · asked by Chelsea 2 in Social Science ➔ Other - Social Science
As long as you attempt to join into the conversation laugh at the jokes and smile you will be seen as a friendly person. Remember there are a lot of people who although they are very shy and self conscious may seem to be the opposite because they act outgoing around others. Once you become more comfortable with these people you will find it easier to relax and to be yourself.
2006-12-09 11:17:43 · answer #1 · answered by Deirdre O 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I was very shy for a long time but everybody thought I was friendly. Just smile and acknowledge other people when you see them. You don't have to join in a conversation so long as you don't act bored while listening.
Getting over it is a decision have to make a some point and force yourself into the mix. It's not easy but it is worth it.
2006-12-09 23:13:37 · answer #2 · answered by Sun and Sand 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you're not talking that much, body language can be damning. If you cross your arms it tends to give off an unapproachable vibe, instead fold your hands loosely in your lap, with palms up if you're sitting and if you're standing put one hand in your pocket and let the other one hang loosely at your side. Make eye contact and smile with your whole face (not necessarily teeth, but make sure your eyes are involved in the smile, not just your lips). Saying a simple hi or hello when someone looks at you gives an open to start an conversation too.
2006-12-09 19:26:10 · answer #3 · answered by ? 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You have to let people know that you are a nice person. Hang out with people in different social groups. Smile and laugh at jokes. Remember everyone is shy. They just got over it :) If you have a boyfriend hang out with him and his guy buds once in awhile. If you are still shy talk to a school counceler. They can help you get over your shyness!!! I really hope I helped you.
2006-12-09 19:28:25 · answer #4 · answered by ☺♪♥ĦįŚ ŜũŃšΉЇNË♥♪☺ 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I used to be shy to you have to overcome it and just join in on the conversation and not care what they think I mean whats the worst that could happen?
2006-12-09 19:21:10 · answer #5 · answered by eradicater2005 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can wave. Even close by. I once became intrested in a girl because she smiled and waved at me a lot. We had a relationship because of this.
2006-12-09 19:19:52 · answer #6 · answered by goose1077 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
SMILE - but don't be fake. Be the one to ask other people questions about themselves to get them to talk so that you don't have to. You'll get to meet new people, you'll get to hear them share about their lives and they will think that you are friendly.
2006-12-09 19:21:54 · answer #7 · answered by Christy 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Smile at them.
2006-12-09 19:24:00 · answer #8 · answered by The Gadfly 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋