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Two-Part Definition Of Shyness
- Shyness consists of predicting negative responses and then inhibiting yourself from acting.
- Nervousness is driven by those underlying predictions even when it only feels like anxiety.
All Excuses Share One Root
- People generate many rationalizations for avoiding social approaches, but they all reduce to versions of 'I'm not enough.'
- Common excuses like 'she's out of my league' or 'I'll be embarrassed' reflect the same underlying fear of rejection.
Two Foundations For Confidence
- Transform your self-esteem and master basic social skills to build confidence.
- Learn to like who you are and practice eye contact, body language, and conversation starters.