I have the first week of June to travel, now in need of suggestions as to a place that might fit my strange requirements.
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posted by tooloudinhere
on May 15, 2013 -
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We are thinking of adding another cat to our household, and need help choosing the right one - shy or outgoing?
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posted by tr0ubley
on Feb 24, 2013 -
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I'm a woman, 20s. I'm talking to two women - A and B. A has everything I want on paper, and there's a spark there... but there's more of a spark with B, who has next to nothing I want on paper. Is it a bad idea to pick B?
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posted by Pericardium
on Jan 23, 2013 -
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Lots of life changes: graduated from college, different relationship, became a freelancer all in the last year. Feeling aimless, nostalgic, and in need of some perspective.
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posted by happyjuice
on Jan 9, 2013 -
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Social-Awkwardness filter: I'm a formerly shy person who's recently been getting out there and making friends. I've been sick for the past week. A few people have asked to come over/hang out despite this. I want to know what the etiquette is when you have a persistent cough that borders on retching. Do the people who try to hang out anyway really not care or are they just being polite? Am I going to alienate people by rejecting their multiple attempts to see me? I don't understand why they wouldn't just end up being disgusted by me constantly coughing and sneezing and blowing my nose and being a sick person.
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posted by Pericardium
on Jan 7, 2013 -
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Do you have suggestions/recommendations for games and/or desensitization practices with the objective of improving social skills?
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posted by Dances with sock puppets
on Nov 30, 2012 -
8 answers
I like a guy. I don't know how he feels about me. Would it be weird to make him a gift?
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posted by anonymous
on Oct 31, 2012 -
35 answers
Studying abroad for a semester. I'm rather shy, so any advice for getting out of my shell and making the most of my time in a foreign country?
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posted by myntu
on Aug 24, 2012 -
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Despite all advice to the contrary, I'm trying to get to know my shy coworker crush better -- have I made a hash of it? Or does it sound like I'm doing okay?
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posted by anonymous
on Jul 23, 2012 -
36 answers
Two shy snowflakes romance question. Need ideas for pushing the boundaries of our ambiguous friendship.
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posted by JeanDupont
on Jul 15, 2012 -
7 answers
My socially awkward roommate/friend is hampering my social life. I don't know how to kindly set boundaries without really hurting him.
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posted by anonymous
on Mar 24, 2012 -
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Others describe me as "quiet". Is there something wrong with how I interact with others?
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posted by wansac
on Dec 7, 2011 -
37 answers
Upon the discovery of several live termites attempting to set up shop in my garage wall, I called in a local pest-control company. Following inspection, said company recommended treating the dirt under the garage slab with
fipronil (aka Termidor). I have four indoor cats and a fish, and while the termite guys say the fish can stay, they're recommending moving the cats out of the house for the three hours it will take to apply the stuff. Is this really necessary? If so, where the heck can I take
four fairly skittish cats for three hours?
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posted by aecorwin
on Aug 29, 2011 -
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For much of my life I dealt with rather severe depression and anxiety, which I've recently overcome with nearly 3 years of therapy. I'm 24 years old, trying to find a meaningful career that's more than just a paycheck. At this point, all I want to do is be a therapist. I want to help others the way that I've been helped. However, another issue I've been working to overcome is crippling social anxiety. It's gotten much better; I hardly consider myself shy anymore. Still, though, I'm not sure if I have the warm, trust-inspiring personality a therapist should have. Could I be a successful therapist if I'm far quieter and more reserved than the norm? I do love people and want to help, but sometimes I might not come across that way. Can a shy person be a good therapist?
posted by anonymous
on Jun 12, 2011 -
16 answers
An introvert in an extrovert's world - Teach a perennial shy guy how to navigate dating and relationships
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posted by photo guy
on Feb 10, 2011 -
23 answers
My partner is shy AND introverted. I'm suddenly finding myself terrified by thought of spending the rest of my life with the person I know and love because I'm tired of being the "entertainer." I'm exhausted. More inside.
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posted by anonymous
on Jan 30, 2011 -
37 answers
Logistics of a license-less carless introvert ending a 20 year marriage: I don't know where to start with my preparation.
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posted by anonymous
on Nov 22, 2010 -
17 answers
All right. How difficult is it for women to flirt with men *really*? I often hear that just smiling at a dude is good enough, but how true is that? What tactics have been successful for you, ladies? What is it you gentlemen out there wish a woman would (reasonably) do in a social situation? I've read the SIRC guide to flirting, but I'm looking for some real world anecdotes to supplement that.
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posted by anonymous
on Aug 12, 2010 -
38 answers
Hey, I got a really stupid problem. I really really want to play in a band, but I never have and don't know if I'd make a fool of myself.
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posted by anonymous
on Apr 19, 2010 -
12 answers
I'm somewhat less than satisfied with my sex life. How do I talk to my girlfriend about this, without sounding critical or exacerbating her shyness (which is part of the problem)?
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posted by anonymous
on Apr 5, 2010 -
18 answers
The lady I'm seeing is really shy in bed. What can I do to help her feel more comfortable?
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posted by anonymous
on Jan 1, 2010 -
20 answers
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?
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posted by kitcat
on Jun 29, 2009 -
12 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!
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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?
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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?
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posted by AuroraSky
on Jan 2, 2009 -
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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
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 -
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