how do i meet new people while not being so shy and not being to fast?
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imagine yourself as being a movie star (pick one) and act out the role. you're never too fast or too slow it's all good if done right.
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i used to be so shy, until i found my now best friend. she was so confident and encouraged me to do the same. maybe try and find friends on your own, so you aren't relying on your now friends to have a good time. Make conversation with a person in a bar or pub, thats usually a good way to get more confident, and if it doesnt work out then you can just leave it at that!\n\ndo things in public that you wouldn't normally do, like singing and dancing when messing about with friends.  Most of the problem is that you are thinking of what others think of you.  Dont worry what they think, theyr the ones having a boring time not you! and anyways, you wont see these people again, so let them think what they think!
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Meeting new people and new surroundings and which people you can trust and which people are Problems for everyone..\nStay away from them!!
1067519
Smile at people and say hi. Take walks in your neighborhood so that you can see new people. Hold your head high enough for people to see your face, but not so high that they think you're into yourself. Good Luck! :)
540885
Lots of people talk.  Learn to ask intelligent questions and listen and you will find friends pretty fast.  And after they are your friends your shyness about talking will start to fade as you get to know them.
650248
be friednly and talk to heaps of different people and just try and be open. Join clubs that you may be of interest to you and just be nice to people
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OK. if that is the way you are, and it work all the time, don't give yourself to much trouble for that just let it go. but if it doesn't work or only work sometime, just, don't try once to have everything over, but when you see somebody who you want to talk o, find an interesting subject to talk to this person about, and if you don't find one, just say hello to the person and you will catch it next time. so if before you go to somebody, you look for something interesting to talk to that  person about, that will slow down the way you interact with people you just met.
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There's nothing wrong with being a little shy....some guys find it attractive.  But, if YOU don't like being shy, retrain yourself.  Start by making eye contact with strangers while your shopping.....add a smile....eventually a "hi, how are you?".  I know-it sounds simple and goofy...but it works.  Strangers aren't as threatening as people we know or like. It will still feel uncomfortable at first.....but what have you got to lose.  It also helps to have a few ready made questions for you meet people.  They could be school, family, or hobby related......you get the idea.  Good luck.  You'll be happy to know that confidence comes with age!
740689
move on and meet some new people. good luck
148665
wish there was a simplistic answer i can give u, but there isnt.  if u really want to find one, u have to make urself available to meet new people.
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Learn to break out of your shell! It's hard, but start small.  Start by smiling at people that you walk by or encounter.  Then try by saying hi when you pass by others.  It takes practice! People tend to be attracted to people who are smiling and seem outgoing even if they are shy by nature.  You will look more approachable that way rather than if you just ducked your head and kept walking. \n\nWhen you get used to being friendly with people try it on a girl you like.  Smiling is always important because it shows you're happy and confident.  Also, if you feel like you're not talkative, try coming up with conversation topics before you approach someone.  That way if the girl happens to be shy you have something to say so it doesn't feel awkward or anything.  Good luck!
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Look for a friendly face, make eye contact and smile, if they smile back you can just go over and say hi :) or maybe they will come over :) don't worry about it, it's ok to be shy, just find a way that works for you ^_^
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You get over your shyness by, if necessary, making yourself talk to someone. I know it's not easy. I'm shy too. But I MAKE myself talk to people and when conversation is started, then the next logical step is dating. Smile, and be friendly to men where you go....grocery store, gas station, post office, etc. There are a lot of good, decent guys out there, and one of them is waiting for a nice Lady like you. Good Luck!
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I can relate with you as even I am an introvert but I try my best to step out of the comfort zone. Make a conscious effort everyday to say Hi to everyone you know. That would improve your confidence with the people you know. Once you realise you are being accepted by them, you will slowly gain confidence and then you can try the same with meeting new people. A casual talk on the weather or the surrounding is the perfect ice-breaker. Its all in the mind, and once you conquer it no one can stop you from being an extrovert.
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Start talking to people! I am a shy person too, but I dont know if you are this way, but once I get to know people I might be the craziest person you ever met. Just go up to someone that you know, and start talking. Soon enough you two will become good friends, and then you will get comfortable enough to make more, she may even introduce you to her friends, too.
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Depending on our situation meeting people to become friends with can be very easy or extremely difficult. Clubs, local organizations activities, schools, church, libraries, book stores, gyms, jogging, parks, beach, lakes, malls, etc. can all be places to meet new people. Once you’ve met them talking and keeping the person interested is probably the most important thing.\n\nTo keep the other person interested in a conversation don't talk about yourself too much. Ask questions to get to know the person better, talk about any interests you have, classes, guys/girls, parents, etc. Become genuinely interested in the other person.\n\nThere are lots of ways to start a conversation; keeping yourself informed on current events, staying involved in activities, and keeping a mental list of good topics of discussion are excellent ways to break the ice. For other topics to talk about you can search the internet about things that you, or the people you will be talking with, are interested in. If you like games, perhaps search for the latest information about the x-box 360 games, pc games, ps3, revolution, etc. If you like tv-shows, movies, books, pets, etc. Jokes are also great and the internet has lots of them. Make sure to ask simple, friendly questions about the person.\n\nAlso remember that body language is very important! Most people don’t even realize it but most times you’ll already have made a lot of decisions about the person by their body language and tone, before you’re more than a minute into a conversation. You want to be cool, calm, and collected; act like the person is an old friend, even if you’ve never talked to them before, and make sure to look them in the eye. Instead of focusing on how uncomfortable you feel, prepare yourself by thinking of the issues that interest you most and what you would like to discuss about a particular subject. A little preparation can go a long way.\n\nPay Attention to what the other person says! This one is Extremely useful as you can bring it up at a later time and the other person will be surprised and pleased that you remembered.\n\nContinue to speak to everyone you know regularly. If you are walking and see someone you haven’t talked to in a while, stop for a moment and talk to them. It does not have to be a long conversation, just say hello, see how they are doing and if anything is wrong. You would be surprised by how little effort is required to win the friendship of others when you require nothing of them.\n\nBe nice and generally try to end the conversation on a good note. You don't have to make sure the other person has a great time Every Single conversation, but you don't want to think of all the petty arguements they've had with you.\n\nArguements... Don't. There are Very Few 'good' arguements. "The only way to get the berst of an arguement is to avoid it."\nIf you're wrong, admit it.\n\nDO NOT critize the person, or a friend, when talking to the person. If you want to point out something they did wrong, try to point out something similar you did wrong.\n\nSmile! Not a forced smile, the person you're talking to will be able to tell the difference. And you don't have to be an overly happy hyper-active person. Just smile naturally and, if you can, be somewhat happy. Remembering good times with your friends/family can help.\n\nLet the other person do a lot of the talking and be a good listener. (Somewhat stated in my first advice, ask questions, talk about interests the other person has. Answer questions sincerly.)\n\nHonestly make the person you're talking to feel important. You don't want to fake this one or do it too often, but if you honestly think they did something well, give them that praise.\n\nIf you want more advice, there are a couple good books that Will actually help. How to Win Friends and Influence People, is probably one of the best ones. It's an old book, but trust me, it's just as useful to
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go to social events, simple as that.  everyone's looking for friends, just don't overdo it.  Aint nothing worse than someone who tries too hard