But for me, being shy has always been about struggling to connect with people I don’t know. I fear the unfamiliarity of a stranger—how they might judge or reject me.

Shy people are often faster at busy work. It’s 2009. I’m a senior in high school, and my entire math class is yelling at me through an open window.

Being shy or being an introvert doesn't mean you can't be successful at work. Here, career experts give tips to be an office powerhouse, exactly as you are. Photo: Getty Images/Westend61 ...

Palms sweaty, knees weak — these symptoms are more than just Eminem’s popular “8 Mile” lyrics. It’s anxiety, and people who are shy tend to feel plenty of it in the dating game.

Yet being introverted and being shy are two different things. Shy people have a fear of negative judgment that affects their ability to be social. Introverted people prefer calm environments with ...

You may be shy without being introverted, and vice versa. Both shy people and introverts are often relatively quiet and reserved. They tend to express themselves less openly, especially in social ...