If you don't mind me asking, why did you decide to sign up with the forum? I'm kind of interested in why people decided to make changes in their lives; I'm...

Hi everyone. I joined this forum to help overcome my shyness. I've been shy for as long as I can remember and it has always been a problem. I can't give...

Ashley, I am an amateur photographer and suffer from shyness, so I know well how it can hold you back. My advice is to learn your craft well enough so that...

Thanks so much for replying to my message. I'm kinda freakin out right now because I have this assignment for school where I have to photograph a professional...

Ashley, I'm not a photographer, I'm a CPA! Photography is just a hobby that I've been playing with over the past 6-7 years. I mostly shoot for my...

$100 just to photgraph someone? that sounds harsh :( I just ordered a used Canon camera online (A80). should be in by the end of the week. : ) i haven't...

Hi Ashley, If you go to the "self-help" section of your bookstore, there will be many good books. I have "Conquering Shyness" by Jonathan Cheek. There is...

There is very good advice about speechmaking on www.toastmasters.org, the very supportive group that helps people learn public speaking, including 10 Tips for...