Having a shy style isn’t necessaril

Having a shy style isn’t necessarily a problem. It’ s perfectly OK to take time to warm up new people and situations. Here are some tips for beating shy feelings.Start small with people you know. Practice social behaviors like eye contact, confident body language, introductions, small talk, asking questions, and invitations with the people you feel most comfortable around. Smile. Build your confidence this way. ______25________.  Think of some conversation starters.______26______. Think of conversation openers, like introducing yourself, giving a compliment, or asking a question. Being ready with a conversation starter (or a few) makes it easier to approach someone. Rehearse(排练) what to say.______27______. Rehearse it out loud, maybe even in front of the mirror. Then just do it. Don’t worry if it’s not exactly like you have practiced or if it's not perfect. Also few of the things confident people do are perfect. Next time, it’ll be better because it will be easier. _____28________. Find group activities where you can be with people who share your interests. Give yourself a chance to practice socializing (社交) with these new people, and get to know them slowly. People who are shy often worry about failing or how others will think about them. So treat yourself like your own best friend. Encourage yourself instead of expecting to fail. Most of all, be yourself. It’s OK to try out different conversational ways you see others use. ____29______. Being the real you and daring to let yourself be noticed are what attract friends. A. It’s important to make friends. B. Then try to do this with new friends, too. C. Give yourself a chance to take part in activities. D. Write down what you want to say beforehand. E. Often, the hardest part of talking to someone new is getting started. F. But say and do what fits your style. G. Shyness is an obvious shortcoming.