Be less shy

How I did it: For me, stuff like "being less shy" isn't so much an accomplishment, it's a practice. That is to say, you can't just be less shy and be like, "That's it, I've done it!" You have to practice it constantly, or you won't have it anymore. So who knows, this could very well end up on my list again, but I've reached enough of a level of comfort with it to comfortably check it off my list.I knew I had this good when I sat down with a bunch of co… Read how I did it…

How I did it: I was a senior in high school, I think. I was hanging out with a group of friends where I really disliked. I disliked or didn't care about over half of the people in the group. And then I found out one or two of them really disliked ME! I thought "That's it!!" I refused to spend my last year in high school being exposed to negativity and giving my time and emotion to people I didn't even like and who didn't like me!  I told the … Read how I did it…

How I did it: I met a guy who loves me the way I am. It kinda woke me up from my way of thinking - that people wouldn't like me or they will reject. Now even if I lose this guy I wouldn't be shy anymore. It's like my shell is finaly gone. Read how I did it…

How I did it: Over the years, I have become less shy by believing more in myself and actually putting myself out there more. I used to walk down the street with my head down, and now I walk with more purpose and with my head lifted high. Read how I did it…

How I did it: This wasn't an overnight transformation.  I joined a couple of clubs and met people with similar interests.  I gradually made friends and came out of my shell.  I realized that I've really changed over the past few years.  I've taught a couple classes, I chat up strangers all the time, and I actually seek out people to talk to.  Read how I did it…