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Keep in mind that most people are uncomfortable with new situations. So helping them feel comfortable with you will ultimately help you.

-Get in situations where you need to interact with people, such as a job that deals with others.

-Keep up to date with current events. You need to be interesting so being able to speak on current events helps. Read nonfiction books. They help add to your knowledge.

-Be a master of the short conversation. Read books on how to improve your conversations.

There is no magic tonic. The more you try the better you'll get at it. Like they say, practice makes perfect.

Their are people that are extremely anxious in public situations so they should seek treatment. But make sure you try everything short of pills to get over your anxiety. Taking pills is never the best thing to try first.



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