Is it normal to be this shy?

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Since about a year ago i have found it really difficult to do day to day things such as paying for something in a shop so i ask a friend to do it for me because i feel uncomforable or embrassed. I also have a problem with talking to people that i dont know i usually give one word answers until they stop talking to me. Even when i see my aunty and uncle i feel akward. i have friends and everything and i feel comfortable with them. i never used to be like this i feel pathetic but cant help it. am i normal?

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  • beneficialpest
    13 years ago

    It might be Social Anxiety. It could also be something in the Panic Disorder family of problems or it could be something more severe like Avoidant Personality Disorder. Give more details. How old are you? Are you male or female? Have you suffered from any type of abuse or rejection? How is your relationship with your folks? If you can give me those details I might be able to help better.

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  • [Old Memory]
    12 years ago

    Yeah I'm the same completely! I went to the mall and had to talk to all of the cashiers, and it helped me a ton!

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  • Limo64
    12 years ago

    I'm exactly the same. You're normal, but i agree it helps to talk to everyone to conquer your fear. Good luck!

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  • allik_21
    13 years ago

    You only have one life to live and you don't want to miss out on something because you were shy just start off with your family start asking for more things so you can get use to rejection then talk to a guy just flirt it really helps and it make you feel good I used to be shy but I'm over it it doesn't get you anywhere in life I hope you realize that before its to later good luck:)

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  • Gypseslice
    13 years ago

    I feel the same sometimes, i think it's mostly to do with the panic factor of talking to other people i have had problems like that and would end up just giving an awkward smile as a reply if my aunt or uncles say something that isn't a direct question, sometimes i'd fingd my self going in to shivers if i was being accused of something in class
    I agree with other people i must have been 13 when this started to happen, i've become more social as time has past, deep breaths and talking about something that is trivial in your mind but only if it's relevent

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  • needadvice
    13 years ago

    This really sounds like Social Anxiety Disorder. I have this same problem :(
    Don't feel like you are pathetic or the only one. Many people suffer from these feelings. I hope things get better for you!! Feel free to message me if you need any advice. I know how hard it is.

    It's important you don't avoid situations that make you uncomfortable. I have wasted so much time avoiding people and situations that my SA has beome severe. It's better to face the problem and deal with it so you are able to grow and get better.

    Goodluck! :)

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