[originaltext] Hello, everyone. First, I have a question to ask all of you.

Hello, everyone. First, I have a question to ask all of you. Do you think you are shy? Shy people are a misunderstood bunch. Compared to those who are outgoing, they think differently, act differently, and even look differently when they interact with people. But there are a lot of misconceptions about what it means to be "shy. " Here are some of them:
    Shy people may not show emotions with their facial expressions and gestures, but this doesn’t mean they’re not interested in what you’re saying. Shy people prefer to control their emotions around others and internalize them. Although someone who’s shy may not appear engaged, this is usually not the case.
    Shy people often do their best work alone, so co-workers may misunderstand them and think they don’t want to take part in group work. While shy people do have a tendency to shut down in larger groups of people when they feel like their voices aren’t being heard, shy people excel in small group situations and enjoy working in these types of environments, as long as their opinions are valued.
    It’s not that shy people don’t like to talk; it’s that they prefer to listen before they talk. Shy people choose their words carefully and they think small talk is a waste of time. But, they’re more than willing to engage you in a deep conversation about topics they’re passionate about.
    In general, shy people may not make eye contact with you as much as outgoing people. This is because they don’t feel the need to take part in social norms and rituals as much as outgoing people, not because they’re "scared. "
    Some shy people may not like speaking in a large group setting; however, many shy people are naturally gifted speakers. And, shy people generally spend more time preparing for speeches and presentations rather than "flying by the seat of their pants. "
    While it’s true that shy people prefer to "recharge" with some quiet time reading or reflecting, they also crave human interaction and enjoy the company of others.
    Questions 23 to 25 are based on the recording you have just heard.
    23. How do shy people deal with their emotions?
    24. What do shy people think of small talk?
    25. Why do shy people seldom make eye contact with others?