How can I open up to people more even if it scares me?

The first step to opening up is trust. Find someone you trust, and start by telling them small things. As you grow more comfortable, you can progress to telling them bigger and more important things. Remember not to rush, or push yourself beyond what you are comfortable with, just go at your own pace.

Remind yourself that in opening up to someone, you'll build trust, as well as a strong bond with another human. Opening up is scary, but it allows us to make a deeper connection with our friends and family.

Some people have a tough time opening up. But generally when it's the right person opening up shouldn't be a problem. It may take time but the general message is take small steps, reveal little things about you at first, unimportant things that no one knows.

Open up to people even if it scares you by taking your time. Do it step by step. No one said you have to do it all at once if you aren't comfortable. It's okay to be scared. Just relax and take your time, it's not going anywhere.

I suggest taking small steps to achieve your goal. For example. It would be difficult to say "I'm going to open up to people" and then just do it. If its something that you have trouble with it, smaller goals can help you get practice and work your way up. Set many small goals, that eventually lead to you being more open to people. For example: smile at a stranger. Make small talk with someone at the store Give someone your number Share a funny story from your childhood with an acquaintance And continue to build from there Good luck :) -Andre

I think the key to opening up to people is to do it a little bit at a time. If you're not used to sharing feelings with others, it can be difficult! Try starting with family members or close friends, anyone that you're comfortable with. Share things that are easy for you to talk about with them, and work up to sharing the harder stuff. Knowing that the person you're talking to cares about you and really wants what's best for you also can help reassure you when you're uncertain about disclosing feelings to someone.

Think of what's the worst that could happen? Now think of the best case. Either way, you are going to feel much better than you are feeling right now. Fear can be used as an inspiration too, it can be the last little push that you need.

Opening up to people, even people you trust, is always a leap of faith, to some extent. Be cautious in choosing confidants, but don't be so cautious that you never open up to anyone at all. Also realize that friendship is a two way street, and if you unload everything you've kept inside all at once, you can scare people off, or even simply inconvenience them enough that they feel like you aren't worth their time and effort. If you want to open up to someone, be that person for them. Be accepting of others, and the ones who are worth your time will invite the same from you.

Trust yourself. Know that you are not doing anything bad. Trust people who you think can't betray you.

Opening up is always a risk. To truly open up, we have to make ourselves vulnerable and that is no easy task. Opening up means facing the possibility of rejection, judgment, or feelings of shame. Here is the thing though, when you open up, you are also potentially gain acceptance, compassion, gratitude, confidence, support and love. Start by seeking out one person to open up to. Maybe it's a parent. Maybe it's a friend. Think about who you hang out with and why. Do you trust this person? Start small. Give them one tiny piece of you. "Hey, so, sometimes I get really nervous around people." You will be surprised by how easily you can build connections. Most people have or are experiencing what you're going through. It's scary and rightfully so, but the positives outweigh the negatives.