How do I overcome the fear..

[maz]

There are some awesome BB members that live near me too.. I'm looking fwd to meeting them too!!

and you will hon..when you are ready ...I'll sit patiently and wait for you

I bribe myself....I have to its the only way I can go and do it sometimes. I get petrified and tense...sweats come out to play...and I seem to make an arse of myself..but its helped me change from the turtle that pull's their head in at the first chanch to the person who talks non stop.

Dont expect it to chagne overnight hon...little steps..one date at a time. Build your confidence bit by bit

[Just Me]

I'm exactly the same - I really struggle to meet new people. I have found it easier since I have had kids though because if I am with other mums, we always have something in common and if all else fails, I just ask questions about their kids. I still struggle to do it though, I just find it happens much easier when I do. I agree with Heaven, I think it does get easier with practice and probably a bit of self confidence doesn't go astray either.

Good luck