If you're new to this space, one way to build mana (trust, respect) is to interact with people here. As people get to know you more, and a sense for waht exchanging thoughts and feelings with you is like communication gets easier.
You don't need to be a super-socialite to interact with people, even posting a little about what you're working on, or where you're from, or what you care about is a great way to grow connections.

Not everyone will agree with this advice, and that's fine.
Listen to your butt!