come out of one's shell
Become more outgoing
To come out of one's shell is to become less shy or reserved, especially after a period of social withdrawal.
The image is of a creature emerging from protective cover.
She was quiet at first, but once she started talking about music, she really came out of her shell.
- personal developmentBettering oneself over time
- self-discoveryLearning one's true character
- comfort zonePsychological ease boundary
- stepping outLeaving to socialize
- confidenceSelf-assurance or trust
conversation · blossoming · come alive · vulnerability · open up · courage · inner strength · emergence · transformation · friendship · social butterfly · break the ice · wallflower · self-expression · maturity · introvert · shy away · trust
confidence trajectory
come out of one's shelllose one's nerve
Abandon courage under pressure
freeze up · bottle up · hold back · get cold feet · choke
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