Why am I so shy around big crowds, but when I'm with one friend than I'm fine?
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Updated: May 25, 2022
llauren90
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Sep 14, 2016
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Sometimes people experience anxiety over having small talk. Intimate conversations can feel more comfortable with people who you already know. There's nothing wrong with that. Everyone reacts differently to social situations, and it's okay if you don't prefer being large groups. Trying new things is good for you, but you're never required to consistently do things you don't enjoy.
Anonymous
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Sep 15, 2016
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Many people are shy when they're around a lot of people but feel more comfortable with just one friend. Maybe it is because you are an introvert by nature and being around a lot of people just doesn't make you as comfortable or maybe you have anxiety. Unless it causes you serious distress don't sweat it. If it does cause you serious distress, it may be a bigger problem and something to seek help for.
djpoetic86
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Sep 17, 2016
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You feel that you are not looking good and everyone is looking you. this can also be because of your introvert nature.
Londonkagura21
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Sep 18, 2016
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Anonymity. I believe its the fear of being picked out or stand out from a crowd when you are on your own because it feels like the whole work against you. Whereas a friend is someone you are comfortable with and will feel more at ease.
Kat140615xx
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Sep 18, 2016
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It means your not a big fan of big crowds and that your more comfortable with one person instead of 10 people. which is not bad thing because its whatever you feel which counts.
radiantMoment33
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Sep 22, 2016
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It's called social anxiety, you feel maybe intimidated or scared that the people there are watching you or judging you
MarrissaShendrya
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Sep 25, 2016
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I'm guessing social anxiety. Or maybe you happen to be more comfortable with one person, rather then more.
Anonymous
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Sep 25, 2016
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Could be social anxiety or perhaps you could also be introverted. There's a lot of different reasons for your situation.
Anonymous
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Sep 29, 2016
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It sounds like social anxiety. With just the one person, you likely aren't scared of doing something or saying something wrong. In a bigger crowd, you may fear disappointing someone easier since there's more people to disappoint.
Anonymous
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Sep 30, 2016
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Maybe because you feel anxious. It is tough to have everyone stare at you, people can be very hard to others, and it is a very common experience to not feel good enough for a majority.
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