How I did it: I got part-time jobs and worked. Someone who can't put themselves out there would have a hard time working with the general public. The word "unimaginable" comes to mind. Each shy individuals journey is different but I think one thing everyone has to remember is that you are relevant and have something to offer.
So then I went back to school. I went to classes everyday. I was able to concentrate on my work, I cared about my work. If I did not like the way I looked a particular morning I would think about not going. In the beginning, I wouldn't go. Then I started asking myself why I should not go. Was it logical not to go? No.  So I started going on those inbetween days, and would end up sometimes having a fun and productive day anyways. I also realized that all those times when I did not feel "good enough" and stayed home from school, or whatever, that I was missing out on alot of awesome days, and people. And you know what? those people were missing out on me! Is someone missing out on you? Put youself out there!

Lessons & tips:

• It takes awhile
• You will learn about yourself + plus the world you live in. You will also realize that you are an important part of the world you live in!
• You always have something to offer
• People are more kind and patient then you think
• You will learn from the people you meet and the places you go
• There are no negative sides to putting yourself out there, except maybe that you will become busier and people will expect more of you
• It's fun.

Oct 31, 2008, 09:02PM PDT | 1 comment | 2 cheers