Posted by BeardedLady on October 13, 2002, at 15:47:12
In reply to Re: Tabitha, How's the homework coming? » Dinah, posted by Tabßitha on October 13, 2002, at 15:03:32
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If you have trouble talking to strangers because you are shy, would it be easier for you when there's a reason to talk? For instance, saying Hi to someone may seem a little empty (?) and scary.
Do you have trouble speaking when there's a need? For instance, can you say excuse me to someone who's blocking the aisle at the grocery store? Can you ask a clerk where certain items are?
It may be helpful to speak to someone when you have a purpose, and it may be easy to invent that purpose. Sometimes a compliment (hey, that's a really nice tie) makes others feel so good that you almost don't notice how weird you feel.
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