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Determine if You Are Shy
You enter a room or a situation with which you are unfamiliar. You don’t know anyone. You’ve never been here before. Suddenly, your heart starts to beat rapidly and you break out in a sweat. You want to run. You want out of this situation.
If you have ever experienced something similar to this, you are probably shy. It’s the desire for withdrawal when we face unfamiliar situations, most often experienced in social settings. Many of us have experienced this, some more than others. It can be a real barrier to building relationships if you can’t meet and get to know others.
Assignment
Examine yourself honestly. Are you shy? If so, read Idea 64 for help.
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