A few days ago
joanna j

i am nervous about joining my school’s track team how can i get over my shyness?

i am nervous about joining my school’s track team how can i get over my shyness?

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A few days ago
Beth Rorie

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Your nervousness comes from your fear of failure. Not just failure, but public failure. Well, everybody fails. We all fail all the time. You are not alone.

When you get there, you won’t be the worst runner. Plus, nobody expects you to be Steve Prefontaine. That’s why there’s a coach and a training schedule.

There are so many good reasons to be involved in extracurricular athletics. Improved self-esteem, physical fitness, and interest from colleges are just the major ones.

So, don’t be nervous about doing what’s best for you and your future, keep focused on your long-term goals.

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A few days ago
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Are you curious about how to overcome shyness?

I was there once myself. Wow, was I ever shy as a small child.

I can still recall back in grade school when I had difficulty approaching new people.

I never wanted to socialize with individuals I hadn’t spoken to or seen before. It was just too intimidating.

It made me self-conscious so I finally gave up, withdrew and called myself a “loner” but that did not solve my problem with shyness.

By the time I attended college it was high time for me to learn how to overcome shyness and do it quickly.

However, I didn’t take that route at all. In reality I carried that timid demeanor on with me into the university. Sure, I made friends and had a small social circle, but it was always a challenge to make new ones.

Finally, I took a theater and speech class. Imagine that!! A shy college boy taking speech lessons!

I couldn’t help but wonder how that theater professor actually expected me to stroll up in front of the entire class and give a speech or present a class project?

I needed to know how to overcome shyness and build my self confidence first.

However, this was not an option at the time. As it turned out, the teacher could have cared less about my timid personality. On the other hand, this is the very best way to overcome shyness.

The answer? Just take a deep breath and get up in front of others and do your thing. Keep doing it until your self doubt melts away.

I shoot with lots of first-time models who are very timid in the beginning. But, by the end of the session they are just as outgoing for the camera as Jamie in the photo above. They gain confidence as the session evolves and pretty soon, they’re doing swim wear or coming up with outrageous poses and having a ball!!

You can do it to. These tips for overcoming shyness are just the beginning. Now that you know my story you can believe in yourself more and then, you will overcome your shyness when you find how much fun you’re having in front of my camera!

That’s how things stand right now in the shyness and fashion model department. Keep in mind that any subject can change over time, so always be sure and keep up with the latest news. Now, get that new outfit on and let’s make some pictures. d:-)

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A few days ago
Jad
Just go for it. I joined my highschool track team my sophomore year of high school only because my girlfriend told me I should. Me and a buddy both went out for the same reason for the first time since grade school. I ended up being a state champ in sprints and running in college and my buddy ended up being a 3 time state champ and a college legend. Just have fun with it!! You never know
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A few days ago
ejohnjr34
The first time you get in front of everybody imagine that they are all in their underwear. Well that is supposed to work on the nervousness of public speaking. If you consider that ridiculous don’t worry so do I. Personally the way I get over the nervousness of anything is to remember what I am there for and do what I came to do. That would really be my best suggestion to you. Understand that everybody there is probably going to be just as nervous as you and that the feeling is natural. It is probably even good for you. It helps to get the adrenaline flowing and with that you will perform better. With all this in mind go for it baby. You can do it!!!
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A few days ago
Anonymous
Simple. Do you want to get accepted into college?

Its all about you and your life; the shyness, get over it. Why are you shy? If track makes you happy and can benefit on college apps. go for it. Remember, its always scary in the beginning, so there is no need to be shy – just be yourself and always be confident.

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A few days ago
Rena
Try making friends with people who are joining too or someone thats already on the team.
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4 years ago
dorthy
i think of you may. The coach will practice you strategies to swim, and probable take time to coach you strategies to dive and swim wisely. notwithstanding if your no longer as rapid as all human beings else he won’t positioned you with human beings that are far greater appropriate than you, yet human beings that are around the comparable time. And its a great exercising!
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A few days ago
Anonymous
just try u can do anything.. I’ve learned that sometimes u have to laugh when u make a fool out of yourself. Life is too good to worry about small details

Good luck and remember u can do it

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A few days ago
Anonymous
If you do your best and just cheer on your team, youll fit in and you wont even be the least bit shy.
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A few days ago
♥♥Pro♥♥
Just be yourself. Smile to anyone who passes by. Say hello to them. Be cool!
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