Going to 10th grade and want to be a somebody.

Question

I've been shy probbly from 7th-9th grade. Don't get me wrong i do have friends just that I don't have many. So im starting 10th grade and want to change how do i go in doing it? Just want some peoples opinion.

Im gonna try and be talkative and ask how their summer is? and be more friendly because I have gain alot of confidence over the summer so im ready.

Answer 1

Just be you ;) im sure u have a loud side!

Answer 2

Try joining a club or something. I've been shy and reserved and alone my entire high school life and I'll be in the 12th grade now. I don't really care because I like being reserved though it does get a bit lonely. Last year, I decided to try out for my school play. It was mainly to get me out of the house more because I can't stand my family. Well I got to be a kooky character and everyone said I was awesome. My mom told me that some people in the audience were talking about how quiet I was and how surprised they were to see me acting. Well I still don't have many friends but that's because I just haven't tried. So that's my advice. Try to join a club and find people with similar interests.

Answer 3

I know exactly how you feel because i'm the same way. In 9th grade i learned that only the optimistic, peppy, and generaly laid back people get good friends (i'm not talking about stupid cliques). My resolutions for my sophomore year are as follows: join a club or sport so i can gain friends with the same interest as me, really participate in class and offer my opinions on a subject I feel strongly about, and finally talk to more people withought caring what they think of me.

Be sure to stick with your old friends so you don't lose any. Just try to be more optimistic and people will probably come to you instead of you coming to them.

Answer 4

You should probably try to join some groups or clubs that you have an interest in.  You also might want to do some volunteering at hospitals, schools, or other places you have an interest in.  Then you will be able to meet new people while at the same time staying true to who you are.  Whatever you do, don't try to become a person you are not.  If you are shy, then you are shy.  Most people can read through you if you try to be someone you aren't.  Have a great year, and remember who you are and be proud of who you are.