im 28 years old still an introverted person ... i need a friends to practice my socially skills

[MzKittyKath]

can anyone help me

 

if its ok

[Grape Soda]

You really can't force who you feel comfortable with, sometimes it just takes the right group of friends

[luculia]

i'm not sure what you're asking for but i can help if you want

[lalisabp]

I don’t think u can practice I think opening up more would be better I’m a shy person myself so I get what ur going through

[BlueNose]

I can help you if you want, but I also struggle with the same thing, tho I’ve gotten a bit better.

[KAI PARKER]

 

can anyone help me

 

if its ok

 

I don't think I can be much of a help , but I just wanted to say that u re a loved person and  wish u only good things.Hope u ll acheive all  ur goals in this life and be happy

[MzKittyKath]

i'm not sure what you're asking for but i can help if you want

 

I don’t think u can practice I think opening up more would be better I’m a shy person myself so I get what ur going through

 

I can help you if you want, but I also struggle with the same thing, tho I’ve gotten a bit better.

im still struggle with that shy feeling and approaching to people

[HoMaLiAk]

what I learn is just be yourself. hey I am an awkward girl with a weird accent if I have friends u can too. u have to put yourself out there. ( yes u might get hurt or ignore sometimes, but u tried at least). 

good luck op 

my pm is open tho

[Winter Bear]

Perched to see the advice people give.

[luculia]

im still struggle with that shy feeling and approaching to people

I've also had trouble talking/attempting to meet new people at school or just in general. I would just say to try not to psych yourself out when trying to talk to someone you may not be familiar with, and just do your best not to worry about what they may think of you as a person. just start a conversation and see where it goes bc in my experience that's always been the hardest step to take. I feel like the more you talk the easier it will become to socialize or become friends. just be yourself initiate with others and if you happen to have a lot in common that's great.also how you are perceived by others is important as well so try to smile and seem approachable. I be had people tell me that they thought I hated them when we first met bc I always had a rbf. that way it may not be as awkward for you to talk to others idk though

[BoraKaiBae]

you can approach me, anytime u want..  

[lsosxiobm2284737109]

im still struggle with that shy feeling and approaching to people

 

Does this happen only in person or do you also feel shy when interacting in online communities?

[purpleprint]

First of all, the problem is not unique! Even me as an extrovert have bad social skills too... me being bad makes me withdraw myself but i get more stressed because i don't get to see people... Good luck coming out of your shell!

 

 

PS: an old boss told me to join choir/drama class to help going out of the shell, maybe you can try that too?

[copperfire]

 

can anyone help me

 

if its ok

Personally, as a high functioning introvert, I went ahead and got a job in sales. I take a deep breath everytime I have to talk to clients, but I know I have to do it so I suck it up and go.

 

I have also accumulated plenty of knowledge regarding current events, politics, lifestyle, travel, and entertainment too, that way I have plenty of things to say (I read the newspaper a lot)... On that note, I smile a lot and am very polite and diplomatic irl, I tell stories and experiences, I talk a lot. That's my "weapon" and I'm armed to the teeth, this way I became confident in approaching people.

 

I also talk to people whom I'm beside with while waiting on queues. I know they're not doing anything so might as well... That's how I practiced. Also you have to do it face to face. Meet with actual people irl. You can't practice your social skills over the internet.

 

Being an introvert, it's not our natural inclination to be friendly but there are ways to go about it. As an introvert, find out your strengths and weaknesses, evaluate and turn that to your advantage. Ask yourself, what makes you shy or not want to talk...

 

You can overcome this! Just do it

[Ego ista]

Relatable

I always have trouble keeping conversations flowing with new people idk what to talk about with em

[Parkshya]

First of all introverted does not equal to shy or socially bad/awkward and I don't think it's that easy to just change it. Of course you can learn to be more social and to make friends easier but I don't think you could just change into an extrovert since those two are like the total opposites.

[MzKittyKath]

Does this happen only in person or do you also feel shy when interacting in online communities?

well in all people ~ 

family friends  and dates

[Pinky Winky]

I'm not sure if I can help you, but you can always pm me!

[OmegaStar]

First of all introverted does not equal to shy or socially bad/awkward and I don't think it's that easy to just change it. Of course you can learn to be more social and to make friends easier but I don't think you could just change into an extrovert since those two are like the total opposites.

This so much!! As an introvert myself, It annoys me when people say that introvert equal shyness. I am not a shy person.

 

 

 

To OP: Embrace your introversion. Dont try to be someone youre not, thats near impossible. Its a waste of time. Just accepting your introversion will make life much easier because you will stop wasting energy thinking and trying to be an extrovert. I've learned this during my job hunting process and talking to personality/jobhunting coaches

 

 

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[Suzy Quatro]

You need to meet people in person because online friends would only encourage your already introverted behavior.

[Jurin � Onew]

i'm exactly like you