how can you make more friends at school?and not be really shy?
606778
Make an effort to learn people's names(something I'm really bad at) and greet them in the halls. Join a club, go to your school dances, be nice and helpful with everyone. Make a goal to learn 1 person's name a day. If you're really shy, start off with small conversations. Getting involved at school really helps a lot. I met so many new people when I joined my school's choir. Above all, if you're afraid, just swallow your fear and meet people. Don't wait for them to meet you. You'll eventually make some friends. Good luck!
182139
I would suggest that you get involved in a school activity so that you can make new friends and get to feeling more confident in yourself. Find a positive group of people to be around so you won't be lonely and you'll be busy with the activities too.  I was shy and bashful at one time.  The drama club at school really helped me.  I see why that person is an ex-friend. Even if something happened and the friendship ended, that's no reason to make fun of you.   Hang in there and don't become like your ex-friend - making fun of people. You be the better person.
752811
Practice social skills.  How?  Join clubs that interest you.  Be involved in your church or synagogue's youth group.  During lunch, sit with people who you know from your classes.  Ask them before you sit down, "Could I sit with you?"  Each time it will be easier.  Also, people LOVE to talk about themselves.  Ask people questions--"How long have you been playing the trumpet?"  "What did you do for Thanksgiving?"  If you ask questions, then the other person will be doing most of the talking, and he/she will think you are a great conversationalist!
95973
You can become more popular in school by joining clubs or playing sports. Also if you like to make people laugh that also can help but more importantly be yourself.
526470
Tired of being the shy person in the back of the crowd? Become the center of attention at an easy, personalized pace! \n\nSteps \nBe confident. Tell yourself that you have great qualities, and don't let anybody bring you down! \n\nSet goals for yourself. Focus on small, daily goals, and gradually become more daring. E.g. try to speak at least once every class period. \n\nIntroduce yourself to new people each day. Most people are nice and will be welcoming to your advances. It is also great practice for more daring behavior, such as talking to cute people. \n\nHold close bonds with your friends, they can be there for you when you crack out of the shell! They'll be glad to help. \n\nTry doing stuff you never dreamed you would. For example: Talk to that cute boy in study hall that you thought would never notice you. Wear something very flattering and colorful to show what a fun person you really are! \n\nLaugh often, at your own jokes and those of others. It will help ease any tension you may be feeling. \n\nLie on your bed and take 3 deep breaths. Then visualize a situation where you might be shy. Now in that situation make yourself confident. Do this for as many situations as you can think of. Do this daily. Do this in the morning. \n\nRepeat positive affirmations using I statements. " I am a wonderful person". "I am a good looking person". Do it even if you don't believe it. Do it daily. \n\nMake a list of things that make you feel shy that you want to try and work on. Order them so that those things that cause you the least anxiety are first and those that cause you the most anxiety are last. Once you have a list of 10-15 stressful situations start working through them, one-by-one. The first few "easier" situations will help build your confidence so that you can continue moving to more difficult situations on your list. Don't worry if you have to go backwards on the list sometimes -- take it at your own pace but do make an effort to push yourself. \n\nTips \nThere's nothing wrong with being shy, but there's nothing wrong with being outgoing either! \n\nDon't go overboard, and just be yourself! Life isn't a competition! \n\nShyness is sometimes seen as classy. \n\nDon't be afraid to seek professional help -- group counseling, individual counseling, and therapy can help you along the way. \n\nIf you are intelligent enough to know when to keep your mouth closed, then there is no advantage to being shy. Rid yourself of shyness, you'll thank yourself later. \n\nOften, being shy is a result of feeling inferior to or otherwise "less than" other people. Think about it, this is almost never the case. A positive self-image is the key. \n\nWarnings \nIf you were known for being shy amongst family members, watch out for the harmless teasing. They mean well. But don't let them scare you back into your shell! \n\nSame goes for people at school, if you are still at school. Some may be uncomfortable with you existing outside the categeory they've put you in, in their own minds. Ignore them.
142463
Hang out where the shy girls hang out.  They will be glad to know you, too.  Quiet places, coffee shops, book shops, the corner of the cafeteria.  Good luck
423778
i went to junior high far away from the middle school that i was going to go to, and my first day i didnt know anybody. but the way i started making friends was being myself. i know that sounds kind of cheesy, but its true i was hyper, crazy, and outgoing. pretty soon i knew a lot of people. i takes time, but u ALWAYS find some one, i promise, even when u think its impossible. just start small conversations, and then work ur way up!\nGOOD LUCK!!
712516
The best way for you to make friends is to let yourself go. What I mean by that is, you should be social. Dont be afraid to be yourself. 99.5% of the people like others for who they really are. And you may be surprised by how much you may have in common.
521282
Going by your spelling, you're probably really young?\n\nHigh school is a time when everyone's discovering who they are.  Along with that, many people are trying different things out - such as how to actually make and keep friends.\n\nIf you're with people who are not good friends, then it's time to find people who are nicer to you.\n\nIf there are programs at lunch or after school, sign up for one of them.  You might find people who like the same things you do.  If you see someone sitting by themself at lunch, introduce yourself, and start a conversation.  Sit next to someone you've never sat next to before in class.\n\nOutside of school (where girls tend to be way less bitchy), you might find friends in a store in the mall.  A part-time job can lead to friendship as well as some extra cash.\n\nYou'd know if you were bad dealing with people if there's no one at all that you're friends with.  If you've ever had a friend at all, then you're fine (which I'm sure you are).
877233
Nothing to fear but fear itself..find out what your friends do and go with them.  A true friend will be there for you and will want to spend time with you not only at school but also out.  Maybe they don't ask because you've given them the impression you don't want to go anywhere.
921007
Try to give them a chance, but I understand about not connecting, I am not great friends with anyone at school, I like other people
667654
Being new is always tough. I'm a very shy person, so when I started at a new school I was scared to death. Try joining an activity that interests you - whether its the soccer team or the french club or the art club or the drama club or track. Just find something that you think you might enjoy - don't worry if you've never done it before. I tried out for volleyball, and even though I had never played before I had a lot of fun and made great friends. Just remember that you are not the only nervous one- I'm still shy when talking to new people - the other person is probably nervous too. Good luck!
64785
Make friends very quickly . This is because there are always going to be very rude kids going to any school . One other thing don't listen ti thise people who just make fun of people for no reason . Have fun at your new school and good luck .
1106826
You shouldnt be scared but its okay that you are.  i would be scared too.  Just keep in mind that you are still yourself and that eventually you will meet people.  Dont change yourself to get friends.  Also, when people meet you and see that you are new they might try to suck you in.  Dont get lost in the wrong crowd.  My friend was new to the school and he simply just acted like he wa sthere all long and made new friends the first day that he came.  but we arent all like that.  So good luck.
835378
yo welcome to my world. Forget bout shyness. heres what to do. say hi to her everyday like really loud and smile at her after. wave at her when u c her in the hallway. Make fun of someone else to make her laugh. then make fun of the teacher. look at her always when u have class. dont make it look like ur staring though. Since shes letting u make the move, get one of ur freinds to say something like u 2 should go out together. then u should say may b we should. then say something u wanna see a movie friday. see if she says yes or no.. Good luck bro. pe@ce
444178
Approach one of the girls in your class and just ask her if she would like to go get some coffee or whatever, tell her you are new in town and don't really know anyone so you would just like to meet some people. It's hard to be in a new place and not know anyone but just talking to one person can introduce you to three or four more! Good luck.
65930
Just talk to people if you don't know them but this is reality so don't go actin as if you the bomb and stuff and if your in school sign up for somethin to make friends. Warning!!!!!!:Do not go talkin to popular people because they'll make sure to embarrass you until the end of school or somethin.