Overcoming Shyness

I had lack of confidence brought on by Low Self Esteem and it was ruining my life, as you mentioned I was afraid of making a fool of myself, didnt like the way I acted and thought people laughed about me behind my back. Then I was introduced to Hypnoterapy against my will at first, but after only a couple of session of listenin to a CD set I bought from a hypnotist who was recommended by a friend I was feeling better about myself and within a month my friends and work colleagues noticed the difference - and for the better they all said. If anyone is interested I have a website http://www.jack-badger.com where I explain some of the things I have been through during the course of my life and promote the products of the Hypnotist who helped me, my way of paying him back

I'm shy I guess because I'm afraid what others would think of me and my confidence is kinda low. I am yet to overcome my shyness.

i think i would consider myself to the second reason which is afraid to be judged or dislike. I also grew up with low self esteem but i manage to cope with it as i grew older and realize everything. Reading books such as positive thinking really helps as you would get some ideas and learn through someone experience and how they cope with it.

i also have a discussion regarding this, as for me, i also haven't overcame them and looking for ways to. you had a good response and was thinking of trying them if available. reasons for my shyness might be both of your options.