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I find it very hard to start a conversation with a total stranger and I was wondering if it has something to do with being a type 9. I guess I get scared of creating some kind of conflict and I end up never trying to talk with people I don't know, and it might make people think I'm an anti-social guy.

This is specifically bad when I'm interested in a girl I never talked to; I get really scared of trying to talk to her. Usually, I don't have any problems talking to girls I like, if the ice was already broken, but I just can't break it on my own.

You guys can relate to this and, if you can, what you do about it?
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I'm pretty horrible at it. If a stranger starts an interesting conversation I'm usually fine, but other than that I'm usually not the one to start one up with a complete stranger.

I've read that practicing is the way to get better. Force yourself to do it, make small talk. I guess it's easier said than done. Start out by just saying "hey" to people and work your way up. I should take this advice more seriously myself.
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