Getting Over My Shyness

by Sue on July 15, 2010

The Palazzo - where we're staying!

I’m still in Vegas, and it’s like an oven. Unlike Florida, there is absolutely NO humidity, and it is SO SO SO dry. Being here has taught me some things about myself, mostly because my husband and I are at a conference (for his blog). When you’re at a conference like this, you really have to go up and talk to people in order to get information. Although it’s my husband who is the one who is more knowledgeable about fishing products, and talking to people, it has taught me some things. Networking is definitely important at events like these!

Maybe you relate: It’s interesting how someone is when amongst close friends or family, because most likely, they’re completely themselves. But put that person in a room full of strangers, and that person is quiet and doesn’t talk to anyone. That is an example of how I am.  The weird thing is that once I get to know a person, I am outgoing.  I am weird. Not many people see this side of me.

I’ve always been shy. Very rarely do I even go up to a complete stranger. Usually I only do that if I need to get their attention for some reason. I usually wait until someone comes up to me and starts a conversation. Once the conversation is going, I start opening up. If the conversation interests me then I’ll continue talking.

I think that it’s important to meet other people.  Network.  A good place for that is Meetup.com.   The best way to have great conversations are with people who have similar interests with you.  That’s why Meetup is a great place, because you join groups that interest you, go to meetups and talk about those similar interests.  I also think Twitter is also another great place.  And for us shy ones, it’s easier to chat.  What I usually do is go to search.twitter.com, type in a keyword (for example, fitness) and see what comes up.  If I see a tweet interesting to me, or have something to say, I’ll @ them.  Hopefully they return the favor.  Most of them do in my case.  People are different and have different experiences in life and it’s great to talk to people and learn from them.

I’m not completely ‘shy free’ and continue to improve getting over my shyness everyday.  I want to be more outgoing like I am around the people I know, and not be so afraid.  I realize that networking is an important part of business, and even life! You never know who can help you!

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Working Out For Yourself, Not Others

by Sue on July 8, 2010

Another video blog!  I talk about working out for yourself, and no one else.  Don’t get me wrong, it’s awesome to get compliments about how you look if you lose weight, but you should think about the fact that you’re getting fit to be healthy.  And that’s the best feeling!

I am slowly getting the hang of just letting the words come out of my mouth.  It’s a work in progress ok? :)

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Small Breaks Are OK

by Sue on July 5, 2010

I took a break from working out for a few days.  Mentally, it’s been a trying few days.  Trying to figure out my life and where I am happiest.  It’s not an easy thing to do.  I’ve learned that in order to be successful, you need to take risks.  And although I stopped working out, I told myself that it was ok.  As long as it was something temporary, I was allowed to do it.

The happiest thing that happened to me during that 5 day workout break was that I was complimented on how skinner I looked at the 4th of July gathering at my parents’ house.  And I was surprised because I never really took the time to look at myself to see if what I was doing for the past few weeks was working.  It apparently was (and is!).  And it just motivated me to keep on going.  Even though Jillian Michaels’ DVDs are killer, they are definitely doing something for me!  Sometimes, it’s really those little things (such as compliments) that make you want to keep going at it and get to my goal (which is to lose 3 inches off my waist:  29in to 26in).

I’m really grateful for a 3 day weekend.  I plan to resume the 30 Day Slimdown today where I left off today.  I don’t feel like a quitter, or a slacker.  I really needed that break to really evaluate myself and think.  So, if you’re in a similar place, remember that it’s okay to take time for yourself sometimes, just as long as you get back on track!

Hope everyone had a wonderful 4th of July (better than I since it rained all night and the closest I could see fireworks was on TV)!  And by the way, if you’re on Twitter, lets follow each other!  I’m @SusanJaneC.  Say hello too! :)

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