DEVELOPING CONVERSATIONAL CONFIDENCE: UNDERSTANDING AND OVERCOMING THE CAUSES OF SHYNESS IN COMMUNICATION

Authors

  • Khabibullayeva S.D. Tashkent city, Uzbekistan State World Languages University Student Author
  • Rasulova N.B. Author

Keywords:

Confidence, shyness, self-esteem, social anxiety, fear of judgement, glossophobia, phubbing, True Me, interpersonal interaction, exposure therapy, social behaviour, personal development.

Abstract

This study explores the social factors that influence people feel hesitant to initiate the conversation and investigates the nature of human confidence. The study aims to understand psychological factors such as fear of judgement, low self-esteem and social anxiety that reduce confidence in communication. Using the information from the observed lessons, the research identifies the key causes of conversational shyness and aims to propose effective strategies to overcome it. This scientific paper shows that self-confidence can be developed through self-awareness, positive thinking, and gradual exposure to social situations. The study concludes that communication confidence is a skill that can be learned, at least pretended through consistent practise and supportive environment.

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Published

2025-11-05