how can i speak more and be comfortable with my friends?
140536
they r ur friendz, u should be comfortable talkin' to them... if U just starting a conversation or wat i mean is ur just startin' to-be friend with u think u can get along with, wat i can suggest is be ur self.. "as in urself".. if they r the real frends that ur lookin' 4, then thats good, coz they like u as U!.. then if not, then better find somebody who can accept the real u.. :)
240782
You need to take a deep breath and get your thoughts in order. Do not speak straight away, visualise your speech then start slowly. Do not rush. Also, practice in front of your friends and family or even in front of the mirror.It really helps!
658208
remind yourself that everyone says dumb things so there is no reason for being afraid....most people are afraid to talk in front of people because they are wondering what the people are thinking of them....everyone is not perfect
588908
Heres what you do. Be an existentialist. Forget that neing nervous is the problem and try to accept that neing nervous is just there, that you WILL be nervous and thats to be expected, then you will find that you notice perhaps that others are too. Being nervous isnt a character flaw, its part of life, its to be expected. SO then what are you left with once you take that out of the equation...just you right, being outgoing isnt something that you can just be, it takes a little confidence. The catch is that the way to get that confidence it by just doing it....so force yourself, make conversation with people you normally wouldnt, be friendly to people, talk to them but dont stress too much.  You will find that you feel better as time goes on and you will notice the nervousness less and less. \n\nI know that probably didnt help, but good luck anyway!!
757942
Practice! Practice LISTENING to people and really hearing what they say. Seem very interested. Most people really want to talk, so be a wonderful listener.
624178
To effectively communicate to a group, you have to remember a time when you were a part of a group or audience. What did you like about the speaker that you were observing? What didn't you like? Take all of those things into consideration first. Prepare your topic and rehearse it so much that the words begin to flow out of your mouth like a natural conversation. Remember that as you are speaking, you may want to include the group, so allow time for questions and other input.
1017829
Definitely make some new friends.  Even or especially if they seem to be totally the opposite of people you are normally friends with.   Join an activity/club/course (sports league, book club, cooking class, etc.) and new friends will come automatically.  You may also gain a skill that makes you more confident.\n\nAlso, going to the gym or riding a bike, taking a walk, etc. will make you feel better b/c of the endorphins that exercise naturally provides.  Do little things for yourself -- like even taking a different route on your way to work/school/errands, or taking a walk in a park you've never been to, can make a big difference!
538108
If there is someone in the crowd who is a friend have them listen to your speech before hand and sit as near the front as possible. Be VERY prepared and start out by looking at your friend who has already heard the speech. As it goes along you'll find yourself more at ease and able to look around.
163267
I have that same problem.Just don't thick about something to say.Just relax and before you know it you will find yourself in a great conversation,unless he's quiet.Quiet people are really hard to talk to.Maybe you should go out for a drink.People loosen up when they drink.
771907
dont worry you dont have to belong to any particular group and is best if you dont like that you avoid getting caught up in the middle of groups you choose who you want to be friends w/ ohhh and stop being shy make new friends find something of similar interest and talk talk talk
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Although it is important to be nice to everyone, you need not try to be friends to just any one. Rememember, it is better to have one or two close friends that share your values than to have many friends that might want to use or exploit you. \n\nDevelope your hobbies and interest that will bring you into contact with others that share your values.  If you are the new person in a school, church, neighborhood club,etc  and you feel left out of the group, seek out another new person or others that do not seem to have friends and start your own click. Always choose your friends rather than having people choose you.  Be happy doing things alone until you do develop friendships. You don't need friends to go out to eat, go to a movie and such.\n\nAs far as being courage to be friendly, "fake it 'till it comes."  Tell your self everyday, "I am a wonderful person. I can be friendly. I may not be perfect, but no one is. Others may reject my friendship, but it doesn't mean that anything is wrong with me."   Also, make a list of the things you are fearful of doing such as smileing, saying hi, inviting someone for lunch etc.  Start by doing the least fearful on your list. Do it while afraid until you are no longer fearful.  Than move on to the next item. Do that until you gain confidence. In other words, take baby steps.  \n\nIf you continue to have trouble making friend, you might want to seek treatment for social phobia.
664573
take some grammar classes then try to talk with someone, they might understand you a lil better
540885
Lots of people talk.  Learn to ask intelligent questions and listen and you will find friends pretty fast.  And after they are your friends your shyness about talking will start to fade as you get to know them.
1071878
First of all you are trying to be more than what you are.  Avoid pretending.  Try to be genuine and realistic.  There can be mistakes when you talk.  Quality is attained gradually.  All of a sudden no one can be the best.  Time and efforts are needed.  While trying to improve give attention to those who speak proper language. Take some time in the evening to refer dictionary to solve your doubts.
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1. Be friendly. Smile a lot.\n2. Look at people in their eyes while they're talking to you. Don't feel you have to say something everytime someone says something to you. Just listen and look at them. And nod, smile, or show them that you are listening with your eyes.\n3. Ask someone for a favor - simple things like, "May I borrow a pencil? Thanks...." and be sure to return it when you're done.\n4. Remember what someone says in a casual conversation and try to bring it up again in a future conversation...like..."Oh, yeah, you like that CD, don't you?" (little things are important to getting lots of friends)\n5. Never ever act in a mean way...even if some girls are pressuring you to. When others are speaking badly of someone, try changing the subject. People will notice and remember, and someday..they will come to you for friendship, because you have proven to them that you are kind.\n6. Accept invitations to do things with people. Take safe risks.\n7. Take care of yourself with pride and total self-respect. That trains others to think of you with respect.\n8. Enjoy life and have fun. People love to be around someone who is able to have fun.
1119863
Consider yourself blessed to be able to speak good proper English --- when my friends and i hire people, how they speak is right at the top of the list.\n\nDon't let your peers prevent you from living a better way of life.
463323
Just relax and be yourself. But more important, if you want to learn to talk, you have to first learn how to listen...