is there a way to break out of shyness?

Answer 1

Try to keep informed so that you can contribute to conversations. To the extent that you can, stay up on current events, movies, books, sports, entertainment, etc. Consider the kinds of things that might be discussed or the types of situations that you might be in beforehand so that you'll be prepared to contribute. Don't be afraid to joke or to show your personality.

Be sure to speak in a normal tone and that you speak loudly and clearly enough to be heard.

Most of all, be confident that YOU are as relevant as anyone else in the room and that YOUR comments and ideas are just as valuable. Some people are very charismatic and are able to "handle the room" but, overall, we're all in the same boat and it's fair game for everyone to contribute with confidence.

You DID state it well.... you absolutely CAN break out of shyness.

Answer 2

Do something risky, take more chances, be more impulsive. I find that shyness, while part of it you are probably born with, another big part of it is habit. If you feel naturally uncomfortable making conversation with strangers and stuff like that, try doing it once or twice. Hopefully with some time it will become second nature and at least you'll be less shy in that sense.

The "be more confident" advice is good too, but often its easier said than done. You have to start with little things.

Answer 3

Self confidence, feel equal, don't be afraid to make a mistake, that you'd make a fool of your self, All people do this
from time to time. "Act as If" you are not shy! Some body gave you that message along the way, Talk your self out of the
message. It takes time but you can change, Take a close
trusting friend along that brings out the best in you for a start,
It's called, "Getting out of your comfort zone." Take a risk
and let the chips fall where thy may. Just be of good motive,
and keep trying don't give up. practice makes perfect, or near to it.

Answer 4

Set yourself some goals, eg. I will say hi to 3 strangers today and smile at them. Next, I will talk to 3 people for a few minutes, practice going somewhere where you have to ask directions, ask for help, volunteer somewhere, etc. I used to be so shy that I wouldnt even go for a cup of coffee on my own. With a little practice I bacame more confident and discovered that people arent all that bad and strangers are just friends I havent met yet.

Answer 5

BE BOLD & HAVE NO FEAR OF WHAT THE SOCIAL ORDER THINKS OF YOU, BECAUSE THE ONLY THING TO FEAR IS FEAR ITSELF. An honest, moral, courteous, helpful, male or female will be appreciated by anyone in any social setting you come into contact with.
I don't care if you've volunteered to help the old aged home across town, or work to help the kindergarten kids at school, or set yourself to a part time job working with middle aged adults, or find yourself earning some extra cash at a head shop.
Respect to all you meet whether they deserve it or not will be acceptable to all ages in both genders. So...HAVE NO FEAR IN HONESTY, MORALS, A COURTEOUS DEMEANOR, NOR HELPING THOSE BELOW OR ABOVE YOUR STATION, HAVE NO FEAR IN GIVING RESPECT TO EVERY THING INCLUDING A DOG WITH NO TAIL.
Trust me, live like that and there is no one who will not want your company. If you know that people will enjoy your company then you have no reason to be shy.
All the best to you.

Answer 6

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Answer 7

you may no longer truly wreck your shyness... yet purely attempt to step out of your convenience zone and socialize little via little :P at last you will benefit greater self belief and step out of your convenience zone

Answer 8

just be confident. don't be afraid to come out and show that you can have fun.

Answer 9

start to believe in yourself. be confident in who you are.