How can i be less shy?

people say not to change yourself, but sometimes its better to. i just dont want to be as shy as i am. how can i be more outgoing? tips to gain confidence in what im doing when i talk to new people? and how to start a conversation or something.



i have a dance on friday so help would be appreciated!How can i be less shy?
thats hard.. especially when u dont have anyone to help u with that. if i lived by u i would. take u out. start random conversations with strangers in line..in a table...food court do embarrassing things to get ppls attention. be ur self. if shy is what u do. then do it.How can i be less shy?
Take a Dale Carnegie class or a public speaking class...that will help a lot, particularly Dale Carnegie. Read the book ';How to Win Friends and Influence People'; by Dale Carnegie. Usually when you ask other people questions about themselves and taking a sincere interest in them helps a TON. It will also build your confidence a lot! Also try googling ';how to begin a conversation';. I tried it and came up with a bunch of terrific articles.