Some people, especially introverts, often have problems opening up to people, making it difficult for them to live and make connections. Of course, you can't go from being an introvert to an extrovert, but you can develop the missing traits.
Instructions
Step 1
The most effective and easiest way to open up to others is to spend more time with them. If some situations make you uncomfortable or embarrassing, then you just rarely encounter them. Of course, it is sometimes difficult to find the motivation to meet and meet other people. More often than not, introverts are kept at home by a dislike of noisy entertainment and places. This difficulty can be easily overcome if you find a suitable group of people who prefer going to the theater or cinema to noisy parties. You do not need to constantly communicate with the same people, you can change companies depending on your hobbies. The main thing is to start communicating with other people, but do not force yourself to do it through force, it is very important to identify a format of communication that is comfortable for yourself and find like-minded people.
Step 2
Gradually expand your comfort zone, get rid of fears that are associated with society. If you find it difficult to imagine communicating with strangers, try just saying hello to your neighbors first. In the future, it will be easier for you to make acquaintances. Do not put pressure on yourself, get rid of such fears gradually, without rushing. Haste in this matter can seriously hurt, discourage you from interacting with people.
Step 3
Listening is undoubtedly a very important skill. In some cases, it may be more important than speaking. However, learning to speak is still worth it. Do not be afraid to voice your thoughts, even if they seem banal and uninteresting to you. Most often this does not correspond to reality, since introverts are characterized by tightness and some self-doubt, as in the interlocutor. Try to keep up the conversation if there are awkward pauses. Over time, it will become easier for you to express your thoughts, even the most intimate ones. Of course, you should not do this in unfamiliar companies, but in the circle of close people, everyone can afford to open up at least a little.
Step 4
If these exercises do not help you, you feel uncomfortable, even while talking with friends and family, and you can not open your thoughts to them in any way, try to consult a psychologist. Working with a good specialist allows you to overcome internal barriers, get rid of the fear of communication, open up to other people. However, it should be borne in mind that it can take quite a long time to achieve such results.
