My girlfriend asked me out almost a month ago, but she is still a little shy. When I gave her a hug she said, "Oh god.", and froze up. She talks to me, but quietly. Is there something I can tell her that will make her open up to me like she does around her friends?

How long is your relationship going on with your girlfriend ? And how old you both are ?

Are you 12 or 13 ? Or are you 20, makes a big difference. At 13, this is the way most girls will be and it just changes in time.

If she is 20, it will also just take time getting to know you.

*** also, where do you live ? is it a culture thing?
Where I am at, my wife and I push the limits by holding hands in public. A hug or kiss in public, would be unheard of.

How old are the two of you?

If you are calling her your girlfriend then you be patient and get to know each other, and just be a good guy while she warms up to you in her own time and way. Looking for an instant quick rap to make her closer is rather foolish since you know she likes you and just needs TIME.

Showing impatience and frustrations doesn't build confidence and trust, but honesty and good behavior does. How old are you both?