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*issyfishy01
writes:I'm 13 years old and I'm a very quiet person. Which makes it hard to find a friend. What makes it worse is I'm home-schooled. When I find someone to talk to it makes me nervous. How to I change into a outgoing person? Reply to this Question
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reader, anonymous, writes (5 March 2015): If you are an introvert, you will never be an extrovert. That is ok, there is nothing wrong with having an introspective personality. If you are looking for ways to connect with others, there can be hundreds of options. I would suggest that you explore some extra-curricular activities. Is there a sport that you would like to participate in? I think you would find a lot of new friends that way, since you would have a whole team to see regularly and work out with. Bonus: great for exercise and self esteem!Is there another social activity that you would like to participate in, or volunteer for? Maybe you could find a girls/boys club near your city where you could tutor other teens and pre-teens your age in a subject you are good at. These organizations always need more people to help. Also, maybe you could find a job. I know 13 is a bit young, but many states let you work a few hours a week when you are at least 15. If you find a retail or food service job, you will have to deal with customers every day, which is good practice for communicating with others. Also you will have many co-workers to get to know and become friends with. I know it is hard to start out, but you will be richly rewarded when you decide to put yourself out in the world a bit more. People are waiting and willing to meet and befriend you!Best of luck!
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reader, anonymous, writes (3 March 2015): The problem with home schooling is that you become isolated from other kids your age and people in general. To become an outgoing person takes practice in communication. I will give you am example. I was stay at home mom for many years.,I was also very shy, and my skills in talking to people were very low. When I was around people I would become very agitated and nervous, and super excited at times. When my husband desided to go into business he needed my help . First year was the hardest for me. I was so nervous around people that could hardly talk. Then it went away. When I look back I can't believe it was me.,now I am much more confident and have no problem socializing. You need to be around people to become more outgoing. May be you are already, but ow can you discover it if you are spending mostof your time with just your parents?
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reader, irynrohar  +, writes (3 March 2015):
 first of all u need to beloved by your self and try to love your neighbours the same way u feel that's developing yr personal self esteem,be social try to meet diff't people by moving out doors,lastly u need to be charming all the time learn to control yr temper.(down to earth) there u will be aperfect outing person....
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