How can I stop being shy?

I can't talk to anyone that I don't know very well because I'm scared that I'll say something to make them not like me or I'll do something wrong and when I'm with people I don't know very well, (even family members), I just sit there silently.

Answer:
Being shy is a state of mind. You are scared because you don't like things about your self. When you realise that you are beautiful and likable. You will be able to go out and met, talk and love. Don't be scared just change you mind about your self as most people probably already like you. Look at your friends.
I am like you myself. It's extremely hard for me to start a conversation with someone I don't know. I'm not sure if it's something one can get over with a snap of a finger though. If you're really willing to work on this problem of yours I think the best way would be to force yourself to come out of your shell. Do not try to make any impressions when you meet people for the first time just be casual and bring up topics that are of common interest. Or you can simply tell people that you're not very good at starting dialogues and that you'd be interested to talk about any subject of interest.
You might be lacking in confidence because you don't interact alot with people. You need to build confidence in yourself and know that you are a good person and people should like you for who you are. And if someone doesn't like you its okay because there's always going to be someone that dislikes you just like their are some people that you may dislike. I suggest chatting with people online. It's more confortable because your identity is hidden so if you screwed up you don't have to feel upset because the person doesn't really know who you are and you can walk away from the situation as a learning experience of getting to know people as well as yourself better.
you just have to fake it, act confident and find things that make you and others feel good, have an optimistic mind and exercise.
It's normal I think. But keep in mind that you are not always ready to please anybody, just do what you like and don't worry that people dislike you because of something maybe not result from your side.In fact, keeping silent is normal when we are facing a some stranger, otherwise, maybe people would say that you are talking too much..:) Keep who you are!

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