Overcoming shyness [social anxiety]
Shyness can mean feeling uncomfortable, nervous, timid, or insecure. People who feel shy sometimes notice physical sensations like blushing or feeling speechless and shaky. When people feel shy, they might hesitate to say or do something because they're feeling unsure of themselves and they're not ready to be noticed. New and unfamiliar situations can bring out shy feelings like meeting someone new or speaking in front of a group for the first time. People are more likely to feel shy when they're not sure of how to act, don't know how others will react, or when attention is on them. Like other emotions, shy feelings can be mild, medium, or intense, depending on the situation and the person. Shy people may need more time to get used to change. They might prefer to stick with what's familiar. Shy people often hesitate before trying something new. They often prefer watching others before joining in on a group activity. They usually take longer to warm up to