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Not caring. When I was younger I used to stress out because I was concerned about peoples opinions, not fitting in, or doing something stupid and giving others the wrong impressions of me. As a result I came off as shy until I got comfortable around someone. (Then you couldn't shut me up). Now as I'm getting older, I really don't care much about some random persons opinion and will often talk to anyone I run into. (Even if it's just a simple "Hello," or "How's it going?" It's like we all have a little social egg shell around us sometimes that needs a tap or two to crack open. As an aside, you will meet some pretty interesting people too.)
And at the end of the day, it's what YOU think of you that matters, no one else. Just be the best you that you can be, and don't fret the little things. If someone doesn't like you for that, it's their loss and they're missing out on all your gloriousness.