Social anxiety is manageable with the right tools from "summary" of Overcoming Social Anxiety: How to Be Yourself and How to Stop Being Afraid of Social Interaction by Jennifer Butler Green
Social anxiety is a common issue that many people face, but it doesn't have to control your life. With the right tools and strategies, you can learn to manage your social anxiety and regain control of your interactions with others. It's important to understand that social anxiety is not a fixed or unchangeable trait - it's something that can be worked on and improved over time. One of the key tools for managing social anxiety is learning to challenge and change your negative thought patterns. Many people with social anxiety tend to catastrophize situations and assume the worst possible outcome. By learning to identify and challenge these negative thoughts, you can start to change your perspective and reduce your anxiety levels. Another important tool for mana...Similar Posts
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