how to not be afraid whilst in public

Dress well and pay attention to your grooming. You don't have to have expensive clothes, but you do need to present yourself looking your best. If you're dropping your kids off at school in your pajamas, while all the other parents are dressed for business, you may feel intimidated by the other moms and dads. Put on a nice pair of pants and a pressed shirt, though, and you'll feel more confident.

Do something that interests you. Others' lives may sometimes seem more interesting than your own. If you're stuck in a routine, you may feel that your life pales in comparison. By picking up a hobby that interests you, you'll have something to talk about and maybe even get the chance to meet new people.

Get inspired by those who intimidate you. Rather than being intimidated by the people around you, Psychology Today suggests that it's better to use those people as an inspiration. The qualities that you find intimidating are probably the ones that you wish that you had yourself.

Take baby steps to improve yourself. Being intimidated by others could mean that there are things that you need to change in your own life. Rather than trying to tackle everything head on, though, you should choose one thing that you want to change about yourself and focus on that. Work on the other things later.

Speak up if you're feeling bullied. In some cases, intimidation doesn't just come from you own perception of others being better than you; people may actually be using intimidation techniques to bully you. If this is the case, it's important to discuss it with someone who can make a difference --- a boss, family member, human resources manager, teacher or guidance counselor, for example.