Being shy can mean so much more than simply being a little fearful of being everything you want to be. When youre timid you may be self-conscious of certain things about yourself. In relationships, a touch of timid can be attractive to many. On the other hand, as the saying goes: Too much of anything is bad.

What does being shy in a relationship mean?

Multiple studies have reported that shy people experience poorer quality relationships. Shyness is positively associated with insecure attachment styles such as anxiety and avoidance. Its also negatively associated with sexual satisfaction and intimacy in relationships.