Inside the mind of a shy person and an outgoing person Situation: At a bus stop Key: the * sign will be used in context to describe the scenario... *Shy person is first at the bus stop. Sits down, gets phone and headsets out of bag/pocket. Music in-world out. Constantly looks to check if bus is arriving.* *Outgoing person walks towards the bus stop. Shy person notices and pretends not to notice. But the things is you were in their peripheral vision even before you reached the bus stop.* Shy person's thoughts: please don't talk to me. Must- not- give-eye contact. Oh for goodness sake why am I so awkward. Ok look busy. Look at your phone. Let's see, games... Outgoing person's thoughts: Hmmmm I wonder what time the bus is coming. Let's have a look at this notice board. Hmmm 7:30... you can't rely on these times though. Ah I'm running late. Wait,that person might know. They look busy. Oh we'll... let me ask. "Excuse me." Shy person: Great, now I have to engage in small talk. Outgoing person: "Do you by chance know what time the next bus is coming." Shy person: "Erm... I'll...check....I'll check on my phone....er for you. Outgoing person: "Thank you." Shy person: *checks on phone.* "5 more minutes.....till the next bus." Outgoing person:"Ah right. Thanks mate." Shy person: "Anytime." *awkward smiles whilst looking at the person. Then resumes back to game on phone. There's momentary silence, then* Outgoing person:Gosh it's so awkward here. What can I say to break the ice. I know..."You know what these buses are like...you can't rely on them can you?" Shy person: "Haha yeh".... gosh I'm such a turtle... Outgoing person: "It's a lovely day as well. Hopefully it'll stay that way. Are you going anywhere special?" Shy person: "Ahaha no." Really? All you could say is 'haha no'? Be polite. Ask them something sensible. You seem rude. "Are you....going to a special. .." ? *mumbles the words place* Outgoing person: "Just a night out with some friends. It their bird's (British slang for girlfriend) birthday. We're off for a few pints (beers) and then hitting the club (going out). I actually.... *person keeps talking. Shy person is listening but dying to go back to their game although they feel more comfortable with this stranger. Bus is now arriving. Shy person: Phew. The bus saved me... And that is the end of this week's creative writing. Please note that this is just for fun and no offense was intended.. But honestly.. which one are you? SHY or OUTGOING? I know which I am. You'll have to guess [emoji]