I've always been shy. Even when I'm surrounded by people I know, and yes it's worse in a city where I knew no one. That doesn't mean I'm going to dissolve into tears, even if I'm not comfortable with something. I don't like strangers, but it gets better as I get to know people. Also, I don't have to explain myself to you, so I don't even know why I'm bothering.
And all things considered, I think I've been doing pretty well with my "victimization".