Your Shyness is KILLING Your English Progress (Here's what to do)

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Overcoming Shyness and Speaking English Confidently | Tips for Learners

In this episode, Thiago addresses the common issue of shyness among intermediate English learners, focusing on the fear of social judgment that often prevents them from speaking confidently. He differentiates between shyness and introversion, explaining that shyness is about fearing negative social evaluations, whereas introversion is about energy management. Thiago provides practical advice on overcoming this fear by emphasizing authenticity, embracing discomfort, and avoiding the people-pleaser mentality. The episode also highlights the importance of understanding why you're learning English and offers actionable tips like joining conversation groups and taking the initiative to speak first in social situations. Lastly, Thiago answers a learner's query on effective ways to practice speaking English.

00:00 Introduction: Overcoming Shyness in English
00:58 Welcome and Podcast Overview
01:28 Speaking Accelerator Program Details
02:18 Understanding Shyness vs. Introversion
06:53 The People-Pleaser Mentality
09:42 The Trap of Seeking External Validation
16:50 Embracing the Middle Way
20:46 Practical Solutions to Overcome Shyness
31:17 Final Words and Encouragement
33:01 Learner's Corner: Rafal's Question
35:35 Conclusion and Farewell