How do you become less shy?

I'm so shy I don't know the first thing about not being shy. It's persistently a problem and would like it to be less so. Any help appreciated.

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nevergiveup · M

I am not shy on here but face to face i cant think of anything to say and start talking rubbish so i dont interact with people. If you have friends maybe get them to help and go out and meet one person at a time and see how you go

FreddieUK · 70-79, M

@nevergiveup A lot of the time the stranger you're trying to start a conversation with is feeling very similarly. I was fine trying to find something in common helps, and don't forget the UK we always have the weather. 😂