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I am someone who is very shy and I want to learn how I can talk to more people and be confident

LEARNING PLAN

I am someone who is very shy and I want to learn how I can talk to more people and be confident

Social anxiety affects millions of people, limiting career opportunities, relationships, and overall life satisfaction. This learning plan provides practical strategies for anyone looking to overcome shyness, build social confidence, and develop meaningful connections with others.

ByCommunity User
2 h 43 m
12 coursesUpdated 9 hours ago
How to Be YourselfThe Loudest GuestConquering Social Awkwardness12 sources

How This Learning Plan Was Made

This plan was crafted by BeFreed's proprietary AI to help you learn I am someone who is very shy and I want to learn how I can talk to more people and be confident with ease. It is curated from in-depth research on the topic and structured around the most effective learning journeys proven by BeFreed users.

Each episode delivers bite-sized, high-impact lessons distilled from world-class sources — bestselling books, research papers, and expert insights. Together, they form a sophisticated yet accessible path to mastering I am someone who is very shy and I want to learn how I can talk to more people and be confident.

What You'll Learn

  • Build core self-confidence and understand the psychology behind social anxiety
  • Master practical conversation techniques that eliminate awkward silences
  • Develop strategies to navigate various social situations with confidence
  • Create genuine connections beyond surface-level interactions
  • Cultivate a naturally magnetic social presence that attracts others

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Build confidence and become more outgoing

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Build confidence and become more outgoing

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