Shyness is not a permanent trait—it’s a habit that can be changed with the right approach. Your notes highlight simple but powerful principles to overcome it.
1. Practice is the Cure
“Practice for skill”
The more you practice:
Speaking
Interacting
Expressing yourself
…the more comfortable you become. Confidence grows through repetition.
2. Reduce Unfamiliarity
“Unfamiliarity makes you shy”
Shyness often comes from new or unknown situations.
Expose yourself gradually
Get used to different environments and people
Familiarity reduces fear.
3. Prepare Yourself
“Practice makes perfect”
Preparation builds confidence:
Think about what you’ll say
Rehearse if needed
Be mentally ready
When you are prepared, you feel in control.
4. Shift Attention Outward
“Attention outward”
Instead of focusing on yourself:
Focus on the other person
Listen actively
Observe and engage
Shyness increases when you overthink yourself. It decreases when you focus on others.
Final Thought
Shyness fades when you take action:
Practice regularly
Step into new situations
Prepare yourself
Focus outward
Confidence is built, not born—start small and grow daily.