I find my voice drops so low that she can barely hear me. I have tried another psychiatrist, but again, I will speak of anything except myself. Why do I hate myself so much because I cannot overcome this problem. I have taken Paxil and BuSpar, but these do not address my original problem with the performance anxiety. Being drugged up does not take away the fear.
Shyness is a form of social anxiety, but it can be overcome.
First of all, accept yourself for who you are. Being shy isn't a personality flaw. Many people feel just as you do when they must perform in front of groups. It seems that you just need to practice a few fear inducing situations when you feel least vulnerable. Remember who you are and what you are trying to say.