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Something I have a really hard time with, but have been working on it a lot. Start small, make the goal to say at least something or ask a question, etc. I had to stop overthinking so much about it, most people are wrapped up in their own stuff and not paying that close attention to you. Plus you will probably surprise yourself with contributing something valuable when you let yourself speak up!
The more you do it. The easier it becomes. Baby steps.
This is not going to be what you want to hear, but as a huge introvert and naturally awkward person myself: You just have to force yourself. The more you do it, the better you’ll be at it. That doesn’t mean you’ll ever like it or that it’ll ever be 100% natural for you, but it will get easier. Volunteer to give presentations, make small talk at the grocery store, take a speech class - Whatever you can do to force yourself out of your comfort zone. You’ll never magically become an extrovert, but you can learn to be a more natural speaker with time and effort :)
Okay this is going to sound crazy, but maybe think about taking an improv class. One of the best things I can recomend to practice getting out of your head. While it sounded like my worst nightmare, many established speakers suggested it and it was one of the best things ive done professionally. Everyone is like also shy or awkward or however youre feeling and the practice you do is so silly that it ends up being the kind of fun thats really hard to have as an adult , especially without drinking!! Otherwise, get a mentor and just practice practice and be kind to yourself. I also love Dorie Clark the author for an introverts perspective on how to network!
You can start by asking a question you already know the answer to, or even just ask them to repeat or expand on something they've spoken about. Once you start initiating the conversation, you might find it easier to ask follow-up questions. You should also keep a list of ideas handy so you'll have an answer when someone specifically asks for input or if one of your ideas is relevant to what's being talked about.
Maybe a bit obvious but practice believing in yourself
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