are some people born shy?what are some practical ways to overcome shyness?

Answer 1

Take singing lessons, also debating and public speaking. Join Toastmasters. See a psychiatrist.

Answer 2

some people are born shy it is innate. Some people's shyness comes from nurture or our surroundings and how our parents bring us up, peer groups etc. I would say that you were born shy. This isn't a bad thing and the truth is that if you are shy you probably always will be to a certain extent. Life experience changes you though the more things that happen and the older we all get we tend to change. I used to be shy as a child, i still am to a certain extent but i have changed because it's no good being shy when you have children. you've gotta see teachers and doctors etc. You do become more assertive. I think you need to try and relax and if all you do is listen to the conversation going on at least you're becoming more accustomed to the situation. Then you can join in even if you only say a few words. good luck!

Answer 3

I was always very shy.

I think my going in the Army helped. It meant I was part of something, whether I talked or not. And I finally started talking to people.

With the war, that might not be the best answer now. Perhaps joining some other group where you're accepted no matter what. If religious, I'd say many churches are like that (but not all, sadly).

School organizations can be good that way, especially at the college level where everyone feels a little disconnected.

There are other groups as well, depending on your age and situation -- such as Scouts, Explorers, dance clubs (there was a swing club at my school where I got to know some people), sports can be great -- etc.

Hope this helped!!! Oh -- and just getting older tends to help too --

Answer 4

You can overcome shyness which is generally a lack of selfasteem BUT you cannot overcome introspectiveness. There is a line seperating those two traits but people tend to mistake introspectiveness for shyness which are no where alike.

The world expects people to be 'loud' and extroverted without realizing that quietness and self-reflection is nothing bad at all. I ddint understand this as a young teen and tried and was loud but it made me uneasy and 'fake'. I am what i am now, NOT shy but introspectively quiet.

Answer 5

There are all sort of personalities in the human race. Some folks are more introspective and others are outgoing. One way to become more comfortable with others is to take a speech class, join a group such as toastmasters or volunteer to teach something

Answer 6

I was and still am kinda shy so I've visited these website that give practical advice and tips on getting more confident. Give them a go! They've been produced by the BBC (UK):

http://www.bbc.co.uk/health/confidence/learn/

http://www.bbc.co.uk/radio1/onelife/personal/index.shtml?confidence#topics

Answer 7

Go straight to a person you don't know and kiss him/her. Being shy can be overcame.

Answer 8

This article may help.

Answer 9

u can find some very usefull tips here
http://getridofshyness.blogspot.com