When you see a stranger, it's like your brain is saying, 'This person might be dangerous!' You feel nervous because your body is getting ready to run or fight. It’s like when you meet a new kid at school and you don’t know if they're friendly or not, that fluttery feeling in your stomach is the same thing happening inside you!
Examples
- Nervous around strangers can happen when you walk into a big room full of people and suddenly everyone looks at you.
- Your heart might start beating faster if a new person comes up to talk to you during lunchtime.
- Sometimes, even your dog gets nervous around strangers, just like you do!
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See also
- Why Do People Get Nervous Before a Big Event?
- Why Do People Feel ‘Nervous’ Before a Test?
- Why Do People Get 'Nervous' Before an Interview?
- Why Do Some People Feel ‘Anxious’ Before Big Events?
- Why Do People Stutter When Nervous?
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Categories: Psychology · anxiety· social interaction· nerves· survival instincts· psychology of fear