Re: OT question on social life - To the group

[Guest guest]

" I found out long ago that many people think we 'shy ones' are simply

'stuck-up'rather than shy. I found out that if I tried taking that

first step, no matter how awkward I felt, then people would respond

back, and things would be fine. Really, people often mistake shy for

aloof. It's always worth a try. Smile, look people in the eye and

start the conversation yourself. If they don't respond, then it's

their problem, not yours. I have found out though, that at least 99%

will respond favorably. Even if they are people you have 'known' for

most of

your life. They just might have pegged you as a 'snob'.

This is the story of my life. Even before I knew I had FMS. People

thought I was a snob b/c I didn't talk and wasn't social. The truth

was... I'm not a snob I'm just really shy and people scare me. Social

situations aren't my cup of tea and I'm not good with people I don't

know well let alone with ppl I have known for years.

I say, if these people are that ... fickle or whatever you want to

call them then don't go to this gathering. You are better off

spending your time with family or friends than with uncaring people.