Extreme shyness in school? ?

Question

I don't know what to do. I am so shy in school. I am only in the lunchroom long enough to eat, and then I go straight to sit in my empty 4th hour before class. I don't talk. I hardly ever say "here" during roll. Most of my teachers just look up to see my hand when they get to my name. One of my teachers today said I did very well on a quiz, and I couldn't hardly answer. I was called on today to do a translation, and I messed it up, but I knew the answer. I was probably bright red, I was blushing so much. I just don't know what to do. I think all of my teachers like me, but I'd like to talk to them a bit more. I think it'd be good for my grades and I could ask for help on what I don't understand. Any suggestions?

Answer 1

I was very shy while growing up.  I hid inside myself.  Through trying my best, practicing, observing, learning, I realized that I was ok.  It was ok to have an opinion, that people liked me even if we did not agree on everything, that other peoples opinions did not make me who I am but rather my thoughts, actions and deeds.  It was ok to love myself and treat myself like I deserved good things.  As I did this I opened up more and others respected me more.

The point is, you can be whatever you want to be.  You will continue to grow and understand that you are a beautiful soul and that you can freely express yourself when desired.

Answer 2

Hello!

I can really relate. Seriously. I go to school and I can barely talk to anyone else. When teachers ask me a question I can barely choke out a yes or no and I have pretty much what is probably considered to be a light panic attack and it's SO frustrating isn't it? I want to talk to other people and be called on and answer questions in class but when it comes down to it my throat closes up and I can't say anything.

At least that's how it used to be and it still is for the most part but Ii'm working on it and so I'll encourage you to work on it too. :)

For me I think about how short life is, lol. and how we don't have that long to be young and that we should just jump into it. You don't have to at first start conversations, but if someone tries to talk to you, instead of nodding, try to actually speak aloud and if you can (it took me ages to develop the courage to) try to comment about something like their hair or the lesson material. You never know, you might make a new friend. Then build up from there. Ask to borrow a pencil or something (I still can't do that LOL) or try to start up a conversation. It'll take time and it's really hard to lose your inhibitons but it is worth it and it will get better if you put forth the effort.

If you wanna talk or something, feel free to email me okay? :)

I'm still trying to open up and become less quiet and shy as well so maybe we're somewhere close to the same boat? Lol.

Answer 3

Some times it pays to be unique, some people found their voice much earlier in life but, you are just in the process of discovering yours.  Provided that it does not affect your academic grade then don't worry. When the day comes there will be no stopping you, I wish I would be there to hear you raise the roof.

Answer 4

A lot of people have this. It is extreme shyness. Some people get over it and some don't. Go someplace and take a class in public speaking. Believe me, it will be worth it. In the meantime, talk to your teachers about your shyness....and tell them you are trying very hard to over come it. Good luck.

Answer 5

you need to socialize more, you should go out and just meet people--talk to them and become their friend.  That way you have confidence AND new friends ;-)