While socializing comes naturally for some, it can be a struggle for others. Shyness is a normal, common personality trait (特征). . If you're often hesitant to engage in social situations, you may interact with those around you in a more comfortable way. We outline four strategies for overcoming shyness in life.

Get Excited About A New Adventure

You may have been shy most of your life. . Working through shyness and developing increased confidence may seem like a discouraging task for you, but viewing the journey as an exciting adventure to parts unknown can be exciting and, in turn, may boost your self-esteem.

Pay Attention To Your Words

. Talking to yourself in a negative way when describing yourself can damage your self-confidence. Consider replacing phrases like "I am shy" with "I am learning to be more comfortable" in social situations. This can go a long way toward moving from shyness to confidence.

Practice Mindfulness (正念)

Mindfulness involves drawing your attention to the present and being aware of your thoughts, feelings, and surroundings. . In one study, participants in a mindfulness program experienced an improved view of their self-worth.

Take Small Steps

Getting started can be the hardest part of learning how to be more social for those who are shy. . You can start out small. Try chatting with the teller at the bank or the person ahead of you in the checkout line. This can help you build confidence and work your way up to more difficult challenges.

A. If so, that's a part of you that you're used to

B. Sometimes the best path toward addressing a fear is exposure

C. Mindfulness can help reduce symptoms of social anxiety disorder

D. Taking time to tend to your appearance can make a big difference

E. How we communicate and characterize ourselves can be powerful

F. However, shyness can make it hard for people to connect with others and achieve their goals

G. But engaging with people doesn't have to be practiced as an important work presentation