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# I am embarrassed when speaking English

Shyness is a very common problem for language learners. Really, the only way to overcome it is by speaking more. Let me recommend a couple resources.
Firs, watch the video in which we give you 11 tips to speak better English, overcome your shyness, and communicate confidently:

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Check out these podcast episodes on the topic:

* [How to Start a Conversation in English](https://reallifeglobal.com/302-best-conversation-starters/)

* [Is it Possible to BE YOURSELF in English?](https://reallifeglobal.com/rlep294-feel-natural-speaking-english/)

* [The Secret to Speaking English As An Introvert](https://reallifeglobal.com/introversion/)


Next, I really recommend watching this Ted Talk from polyglot Benny Lewis. It's been very inspirational for me as a language learner:

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Finally, here are some more of our recent YouTube lessons for you:

[Is it possible to be Yourself in English?](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kd0y9z4Apcg&ab_channel=RealLifeEnglish)
[I can speak English with some fluency, but I need to improve my confidence](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Bhso707zTY&ab_channel=RealLifeEnglish)

##### [Join our RealLife English App here and practice your confidence](https://reallifeglobal.com/app/) 

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