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writes:So I changed schools during the summer and the only person i know is my cousin. Well I get kind of lonely without my friends. As you can probably tell im kind of shy. Can someone please give me some advice on how to make new friends. Thank you!
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reader, anonymous, writes (27 August 2014): Hello, John!
Even when you're shy, if you want to make friends you have to make yourself visible. Remember you are in a school full of kids. Among them, there is always someone going through exactly the same thing. Wanting exactly the same things you do. You can't let shyness rule over you, sometimes you push yourself a little. If you practice talking to people, your shyness fades over time. You can't hide from a school full of other kids. So you may as well say hello to a friendly face.
Being in class with people breaks the ice. You get used to seeing familiar faces. The other students hear your voice, see you during the week, and they get pretty used to you too. If someone comes over to talk to you; try not to shy away from them. Be friendly. Always remember the other kids are just kids like you are.
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reader, Sweet Dreamer xxx  +, writes (27 August 2014):
 What always worked for me is chatting to someone you sit next to in lessons. The problem of moving to a new school that has a singular person you know means you hang on to them without realising and this then makes you feel more nervous about talking to people.
Please don't be worried about striking up a conversation with anyone. On the plus side your cousin can help you make friends by introducing you to people, hanging out after school with your cousin and them will let you get to know other people better.
Also has the school got any clubs that interest you? Having something in common with a group of people can make you friends easier as you don't need to force a conversation.
I hope I've helped :)
Good Luck!!
Sweet Dreamer xxx
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reader, CarnationCrab +, writes (27 August 2014):
We've all been in that boat before, I can assure you!
Joining clubs has been really really helpful to me! A sport or a club is a great way to meet people that have similar interests to you. Another great way to make friends is to sit next to and talk to someone new every day at lunch. It may be difficult, I understand that, but it will go a long way in making you seem approachable. These two tactics really helped me when I entered high school where I didn't know anyone.
Good luck, my dear :)
You will make friends in no time, I promise!
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