What advice do you have for a shy person who's going to have to take an active role in business meetings for the first time in her career? [more inside]
posted by kitcat on Jun 29, 2009 - 12 answers

How can I be outgoing without the use of alcohol? [more inside]
posted by flibbertigibbet on Apr 12, 2009 - 11 answers

I am looking for conversational topics/ questions that are relatively easy to answer, on topics that aren't too personal...help me come up with some! [more inside]
posted by gilsonal on Feb 18, 2009 - 31 answers

What makes the difference between "You think I'm really awesome-- that makes me feel good and I like being around you" and "You think I'm really awesome-- I'm uncomfortable and this is awkward"? Can things work if one person is the clear initiator of building a friendship? [more inside]
posted by EmilyClimbs on Jan 9, 2009 - 22 answers

A question for the shy/ introverted - what sort of meetup group would you really want to be a part of? As someone who helps organise such a group, how can I get people excited about it? [more inside]
posted by AuroraSky on Jan 2, 2009 - 17 answers

I have a degree in marketing but since graduation have worked in other jobs including basic web design. In one job I was able to do some public speaking, but I am quite introverted by nature (what they call an INFP type) and according to online careers advice would be suitable for being a social worker, teacher or psychologist. However the ENFP type (the only difference being extroverted versus introverted) makes a great match for marketing jobs. 1) Is there anyone out there who works in marketing and is shy? What do you do well and what do you avoid? Is there a career niche where shy people can do well? 2) Is it possible to become more extroverted and if so what helps? Any online resources or books anyone would recommend? The only one I know is ShynessCurve.com and I worry about forking over £65 only to find out I bottle out of doing the assignments they set.
posted by AuroraSky on Nov 25, 2008 - 13 answers

How can I help my guy friends to meet nice women? [more inside]
posted by universal_qlc on Oct 12, 2008 - 23 answers

I've just transferred to a new university and I'm applying for accommodation. I'm hoping to get a single room in halls but it looks like there's a good chance I'll have to share. I'm a very shy person and I like my privacy so sharing a room sounds like hell. Do you think it would help me get over my shyness or will it just make me miserable?
posted by Andy Harwood on Jul 8, 2008 - 44 answers

How do I coax a new cat out from hiding? [more inside]
posted by altolinguistic on May 9, 2008 - 24 answers

Help me overcome and introverted nature. [more inside]
posted by mintchip on Nov 22, 2007 - 20 answers

Teach a shy person on how to behave in a bar/party full of unfamiliar people [more inside]
posted by Pantalaimon on Aug 27, 2007 - 16 answers

Help me be more outgoing in class. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Aug 25, 2007 - 9 answers

I use drinking to manage social anxiety. Suggestions? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Aug 13, 2007 - 24 answers

Why do people go quiet around me? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jul 25, 2007 - 19 answers

Exactly how does shyness come across as arrogance? What's the difference between arrogance and confidence? [more inside]
posted by whitneykitty on Apr 29, 2007 - 20 answers

Eye contact, smiling and how to be more approachable? [more inside]
posted by mintchip on Apr 1, 2007 - 15 answers

FirstDateFilter: How do I keep my calm and not turn into a stammering sticky pile of jello? [more inside]
posted by Glitter Ninja on Mar 26, 2007 - 22 answers

I am shy and sometimes socially anxious person who has benefitted greatly from social activities run by a small support group where I live (Glasgow, Scotland). I found that site just by sheer good fortune after learning (a couple of years ago) to type the phrase "social anxiety" into Google. I would like to meet more people and have more of a social life and so have started a local Shyness group on Meetup.com. I would like my group and my site to appeal to those who see themselves as shy rather than socially anxious and to those who know they are shy but have never heard of social anxiety. Where would be good places online and offline to promote our group? Where are the local shy people to be found?
posted by AuroraSky on Feb 13, 2007 - 9 answers

i have a crush on really shy boy and i am not sure how i should approach [more inside]
posted by grafholic on Feb 9, 2007 - 26 answers

Just went to my dentist. The receptionist (f) was hot. It didn't seem right saying anything. How should I have handled this and can it be retrieved? ps - i'm shy! [more inside]
posted by tomw on Nov 15, 2006 - 42 answers

I think my dad is too shy to really talk to me. How can I break the ice? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Aug 16, 2006 - 19 answers

I am seeking advice/opinions on the situation with my crush. So many questions - is it a hopeless situation? [more inside]
posted by bolognius maximus on Aug 4, 2006 - 23 answers

I'm new to Minneapolis, fresh out of college, working at a job where my co-workers are much older than me, and I'm feeling a bit stumped over how to go about finding some new friends. I enjoy rock shows, bike riding, indie movies etc., but I feel shy going out all by myself. What are some good ways to find a niche and some good pals in a new town? [more inside]
posted by bonheur on Apr 7, 2004 - 14 answers