I have no idea on what the statistics are, so I will just make some up.  These 'statistics' are based on my friends, and other conversations I have had.  I would say that about 90%-95% of my friends on RLC are shy in real life.  That would lead me to believe that the overall 'shyness in RL' percentage would be about 75%-80%.  Even though my numbers are based on no facts whatsoever, you have to admit, the majority of people in RLC are shy in RL.

So, I thought about this, and wondered why such a high percentage of people in RLC are shy in RL.  I had a couple of conversations with others about this anomaly.  But is it really an anomaly?  Or does this type of application draw shy people to it?  Think about that, if you were an outgoing person by nature, would you be in RLC?  Maybe, maybe not.  I just think that it draws more shy people than outgoing people.

The interesting part is how we act, regardless of our shyness level. Since we can hide behind the avatar, our inhibitions are lowered.  We do thing in RLC, that we would never do in RL.  I have approached more women in RLC than I would have ever talked to in RL.  I have been stupid, said stupid things, and had a blast doing it.  We can sleep around, flirt with others, and get stupid drunk (virtual drunk), without any real repercussions.

By doing all of this, I have noticed that these changes are slowly affecting me in RL.  I have been coming out of my shyness in RL.  I have to tell you, I am unbelievably shy in RL.  I have made a lot of progress in RL, because of RLC.  I can now feel less nervous when I am thinking about talking to a woman I have not met.

In my conversations with others, I have noticed that they have experienced the same as myself.  They are noticing that they are coming out of their shell, too.  I have to thank RLC for the therapy.  You can't find that kind of therapy for $20/month.

I would love to hear your stories about your shyness, and if RLC has helped you out.  I would even like to hear about your opinion if you are not shy in RL.  Leave a comment on this, there is no joining the site, just leave a comment below!

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