Swallow my Pride and Just Talk?

Question

Hey I'm 12 and pretty shy. I was wondering if the key to being outgoing is ignoring what people think about what I say and stop thinking so much? I want to make some new friends but I don't have great social skills. I know I'm supposed to smile and act friendly, but no one seems to notice.

Answer 1

i had the same problem when i was your age a few years ago...but girl all you need to do is forget what other people think, act confident, and show them what a great person you are...just start talking about anything and everything [ok maybe not everything but you know what i mean] and start joining like clubs and sports and other activities...enjoy everything!!!  HAVE FUN!!!  and good luck=]

Answer 2

Give it a chance.  You've got half a lifetime before you're an adult.  Plenty of time to learn.  Take it easy, don't be so tense, and the people will notice that you're very in charge and still very friendly.    Give it some time. You don't buy friends at WalMart.  They'll come.  Good Luck

Answer 3

just use small talk, that always works

Answer 4

its apparent u don't have great social skills

Answer 5

im like that except for when im with my best friends. they are some of the most outgoing girls in my school. meet some of those girls, and you will come out of your shell.

good luck!