5 Ways to Overcome Your Shyness :

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Are you uncomfortable at parties and other social events? Do you experience shyness with members of the opposite sex? We all feel shy now and then, but for some people, this shyness can prevent them from establishing romantic relationships and going to social gatherings.

In fact, studies show that the rates of shyness are greater than ever, for both men and women, because the Internet allows you to talk and interact with other people without leaving the house! Here are The Love Doctor’s 5 tips to overcoming relationship shyness.

1.Change Focus. When you are relationship shy, you think others are constantly judging you negatively. You are preoccupied with the negative evaluations of others and you anticipate rejection. In order to conquer shyness, you need to change the way you think about yourself . Begin to focus on things you like about yourself. What are the positive qualities that you bring to a group or relationship? Also, by becoming more aware of the people around you, you will notice that there are other people just like you, also a bit shy and reserved. Not everyone can be the social butterfly at the party!2.Familiarity. Studies show that some people require extra time to adjust and get used to new situations or relationships. People are typically shy when they meet someone for the first time, go on a blind date, interview for a new job or attend a large party. Next time you’re in these situations, invite a friend to go with you. They don’t have to stay the entire time, just come for 5-10 minutes to help you feel comfortable.

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3.Small Steps. Practice talking and starting conversations with the people you see regularly in your everyday life. When you buy your coffee or newspaper in the morning, gas for the car, or groceries, say hello to someone and ask the person a question. Start a short conversation with someone you see regularly.

4.Blame Situation. If something doesn’t go right at a party or on a date, don’t blame yourself for the rejection or blunder. Instead, blame the situation, the noise, or the people around you. Make sure you don’t take disappointments or failures personally.

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