Being hesitant to speak up in social situations Mumbling or talking softly Avoiding social gatherings Being overly talkative due to nervousness.

“I’m awesome!” “I like talking to everyone!” “I am going to meet new people today. ”

“There’s so many people here, it’s hard to find someone to talk to because I’m kinda shy. " “Can I sit with you, I’m shy and just need a quiet place to relax. " “I’m terrible at meeting new people, can we pretend we know each other so it isn’t so awkward?”

“Being shy always makes me feel small, do I look little to you? “I would tell you a joke, but I’m too shy and always mess up the punch lines” “If I weren’t shy it would be a lot easier to find out what you like”