"I don't want no fly guy, I just want a shy guy": 25 Heartwarming Stories of Women Who Gave the Awkward Shy Guy a Chance and Fell Head Over Heels

Noga Jacobi

Mar 3, 2023 5:00 PM EST

In a society that often celebrates extroverted behavior and confidence, it's easy to overlook the value of shyness. Shy people can be seen as quiet, reserved, and sometimes even awkward, but that doesn't mean they don't have a lot to offer.

If you're considering dating someone who is shy, it's important to understand that shyness is not a character flaw. It's simply a personality trait, and one that can actually be quite endearing. Shy people often take their time getting to know someone, and they're more likely to listen attentively to what you have to say.

A woman took to r/TrueOffMyChest to share how she's developing feelings for a guy courting her for almost six months, while she thought he was awkward and wasn't into him. Reddit users hurried to share their own stories and stories of their parents that were similar to OP's story, and it was a festivity of adorable and heartwarming anecdotes of giving the not-obvious choice a chance, and winning a lifetime partner.

So, if you're interested in someone who is shy, don't be afraid to give them a chance. You might be pleasantly surprised by what you find.