Thanks for all the replies, and happy new year everyone. I've been a bit busy during the christmas holiday, so I haven't read the forums for a few weeks, hence the late reply. I appreciate all the suggestions so far.

Tbh I can't say I'm doing noticably better. I haven't gone to a therapist yet (I'm still having trouble thinking about telling someone about this problem in person), and other than that I've been my usual charming (not) self. I might talk a bit more with women nowadays when I'm out having fun, but doing it sober is still a big no no. As for smiling to women, well, I really do try. Usually when I look a cute girl in the eyes, though, I just feel kind of helpless, and even if I manage to smile, I can't maintain eyecontact while doing so. And yes, I do relize how silly that sounds.