Finding a girlfriend as a shy guy?

The good news is that you don't have to change. You should never have to change for the right person. Eventually, you will find a girl who likes all the things that make you you, even your shyness. I would say to just be more open. If you like a girl, ask her out and maybe take a few more risks. Being out going isn't nearly as hard as it seems so just take the leap. I'll tell you know that girls date the rebels and bad boys up until their mid-twenties, but they will realize that those aren't the guys who will love them and treat them like respect, like you seem to be doing. So just wait, they'll come to their senses eventually :)