Podcasts about Social anxiety

Joe Wong on Stand-Up Comedy: From Social Anxiety to Comedy Central - Asian Comedian Breaks Barriers in American Comedy Join host Keith Reza on Reza Rifts for an in-depth conversation with comedian Joe Wong about his remarkable journey in stand-up comedy. In this episode, Joe Wong discusses overcoming social anxiety to become a successful Asian-American comedian, sharing stories from performing at prestigious comedy venues including the White House Correspondents' Dinner and appearing on late-night television shows like The Late Show and Comedy Central.   Get in touch with Joe Wong IG @joewongcomedy  https://www.instagram.com/joewongcomedy/?hl=en  X @joewongcomedy  https://x.com/JoeWongComedy?lang=en  FB @joewongstandup  https://www.facebook.com/JoeWongStandup/  Website joewongcomedian.com https://joewongcomedian.com/    Chapters 00:00 Technical Difficulties and Setup 03:03 The Joy of Comedy and Celebrity Encounters 06:11 The Boston Comedy Scene 09:02 The Journey to Stand-Up Comedy 11:51 Writing and Performing Comedy 15:00 Navigating Hollywood and Cultural Representation 18:09 Comedy in Different Languages and Cultures 21:00 Performing Around the World 24:00 Experiences with Celebrities 28:59 Navigating the LA Comedy Scene 29:52 Creating a Unique Comedy Show 33:59 Fears and Challenges in Comedy 39:05 Advice to My Younger Self   Follow Keith on all social media platforms: Support the show on https://patreon.com/rezarifts61  FB: https://www.facebook.com/realkeithreza IG:https://www.instagram.com/keithreza  ALT IG:https://www.instagram.com/duhkeithreza  X:https://www.twitter.com/keithreza  TT:https://www.tiktok.com/keithreza  Book Keith on cameo at www.cameo.com/keithreza Check out my website for dates at https://www.keithreza.com/  Subscribe - Rate & Review on Apple Podcasts - Tell a friend :) Be a Rifter!      #JoeWong #StandUpComedy #AsianComedian #ComedyCentral #KeithReza #RezaRifts #ComedyPodcast #SocialAnxiety #CulturalComedy #ComedianInterview

Tapping for social anxiety but not sure if it's actually working? This video will help you understand what real progress looks like. In this episode, I explain: - The early signs that tapping is helping, even if your anxiety isn't gone - Why feeling calmer, lighter, or less tense matters - How social anxiety slowly fades over time Social anxiety doesn't disappear overnight. It gradually becomes less intense, passes faster, and shows up less often. If you're just starting out and wondering whether you're on the right track, this video will give you clarity. Go check it out! Do you feel awkward in social situations? Do you struggle to be yourself around others? And do you fear being judged, being seen anxious, and embarrassing yourself? You're not alone. I've been there. It sucks. Big time. But there's hope. I've been fortunate enough to overcome my Social Anxiety... ... and I've helped hundreds of socially anxious clients overcome their struggles too. Thankfully, there's a gentle, powerful, and effective solution to beat it. It won't happen overnight, but with certain techniques and strategies, you can reduce your Social Anxiety quickly. And with persistence, you can become completely anxiety-free. Without needing to force yourself to awkwardly face your fears. Ready to get started on your journey to Social Confidence? Here are your first steps: 1.) Follow this Podcast and always get the latest episodes! 2.) Go to https://bit.ly/socialconfidencepodcast and receive access to a short transformational video to reduce your anxiety immediately. AND you'll also get my FREE "7 Secrets to Social Confidence" Mini Course. 3.) Let's connect! ●     SUBSCRIBE to my YouTube channel ●     Facebook ●     Instagram ●     X ●     TikTok ●     LinkedIn All the best on your journey to effortless social ease. 

The 4-Minute Vagus Nerve Flip: Reset Social Anxiety with NSDR & Physiological SighsStop the social anxiety spiral in under 4 minutes. In this guided reset, you will use the "Vagal Flip" and physiological sighs to offload carbon dioxide, signal safety to your amygdala, and enter a state of active Non-Sleep Deep Rest (NSDR). Whether you're in a crowded room or preparing for a high-stakes meeting, this somatic tracking session provides a "neural buffer" against judgment and social pressure.Inside This Reset:The Physiological Sigh: A specific double-inhale technique to down-regulate your brain and offload $CO_2$ instantly.The Vagal Flip: Stimulate the vagus nerve through specific eye movements to tell your nervous system there is no predator in the room.Somatic Tracking: Learn to observe physical sensations without judgment to break the fight-or-flight loop.The Neural Buffer: A visualization technique to make social pressure and perceived judgment "slide off" your shoulders.High-Frequency Anchor: Lock in a state of safety with a powerful internal affirmation for lasting regulation.Session Timeline:00:00 – Immediate Grounding: Finding your blue object.00:17 – Physiological Breathwork: The double-inhale technique.01:03 – Active NSDR: Connecting to the weight of your body.01:18 – The Vagal Flip: Eye-shifting to soften the nervous system.02:15 – Neural Buffering: Protecting yourself from social static.03:01 – High-Frequency Anchor: Returning to internal safety.Note to Listeners: Your nervous system is not a flaw; it is a protector learning how to rest. Practice this "Vagal Flip" whenever you feel the social static rising.If this helped you find your calm, please follow the show on Apple Podcasts. Following is the best way to ensure you never miss a reset and helps us reach more people looking for safety in their bodies.

Each week, Pastor Keith Foskey and is wife Jennifer answer email questions about ministry, the bible, and theology from all around the world as well as engaging with their live audience in the comments. Come join the fun! Questions and Timestamps:Any upcoming debates and question about penal substitutionary atonement 20:00Question about churches in Navarre, Florida 26:26Dealing with Social Anxiety 27:30How do you choose a text when preaching a single sermon? 37:09On the death of Scott Adams 46:10Sermon Preparation Question Regarding Commentaries 53:06How much time should a pastor take off with a new baby? 1:07:32Question about the frequency of the Lord's Supper 1:14:50Question about the First London Confession 1:27:20Thoughts on Mike Winger's issues with Calvinism 1:30:30What makes something a command in scripture? 1:44:45Question about the New Jerusalem 1:50:05What does covenant theology make of the tree of knowledge as it relates to the covenant of works? 1:54:39Support the Show: http://www.buymeacoffee.com/Yourcalvinisthttps://www.TinyBibles.comYou can get the smallest Bible available on the market, which can be used for all kinds of purposes, by visiting TinyBibles.com and when you buy, use the coupon code KEITH for a discount.Love Coffee? Want the Best? Get a free bag of Squirrelly Joe's Coffee by clicking on this link: https://www.Squirrellyjoes.com/yourcalvinistor use coupon code "Keith" for 20% off anything in the storeDominion Wealth Strategies Visit them at https://www.dominionwealthstrategists.comhttp://www.Reformed.Moneyand let them know we sent you! Spiraling Impressions — Custom Stickers — Facebook: Spiraling Impressions Website: spiralingimpressions.com.COUPON CODE: YourCalvinist (gets 10% 0ff)https://www.HighCallingFitness.comHealth, training, and nutrition coaching all delivered to you online by confessionally reformed bodybuilders and strength athletes.Visit us at https://www.KeithFoskey.comIf you need a great website, check out https://www.fellowshipstudios.com

In this episode, Gerald and Alexis explore the experience of social anxiety for the second time on this podcast. In this discussion, we try to normalize social anxiety as it relates to the internal human drive for connection. We provide context and nuance as to how and when social anxiety can become triggered. Gerald describes how he addresses social anxiety for his patients in psychotherapy pulling from multiple theoretical and practical viewpoints. Sub-topics discussed in this episode include social media's impact on social anxiety, communication patterns, identity, values, intentions, and mindsets. SummaryDefining and understanding social anxietyContexts and triggers of social anxietyInfluences of social anxietyGaining self-awareness through reflectionWays to feel more socially comfortable

Dr. Keith Humphreys is a professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences at Stanford School of Medicine and a leading expert on treating addictions, drug laws and policy. We discuss all the major addictive substances and behaviors, including alcohol, opioids, gambling, stimulants, nicotine, cannabis and more, focusing on how genetics and certain use patterns shape addiction susceptibility. We discuss the best evidence-based tools for recovery, from 12-step programs to emerging treatments such as psychedelics and ibogaine. Anyone interested in making better choices for their health and/or seeking to avoid or overcome addictions ought to benefit from this episode. Read the episode show notes at hubermanlab.com. Thank you to our sponsors AG1: https://drinkag1.com/huberman David: https://davidprotein.com/huberman BetterHelp: https://betterhelp.com/huberman Helix Sleep: https://helixsleep.com/huberman LMNT: https://drinklmnt.com/huberman Timestamps (00:00:58) Keith Humphreys (00:03:22) Addiction; Genetic Risk (00:09:14) Alcohol Use Disorder & Alcoholism; Genetic Predisposition & Addiction Risk (00:18:03) Sponsors: David & BetterHelp (00:20:37) Women & Alcohol Use; Young Adults; Cannabis Use (00:23:36) Health Benefit to Alcohol?, Red Wine, Cancer Risk; Social Pressure (00:31:47) Alcohol in Social Gatherings, Social Anxiety, Vulnerability, Work & Dates (00:37:41) Old vs New Cannabis & THC Levels; Smoked vs Edible Forms (00:44:38) Cannabis & Psychosis Risk; Cardiac Health; Youth Cannabis Use & Transition to Adulthood (00:52:29) Sponsor: AG1 (00:54:13) Industries of Addiction, Regulation; Gambling, Slot Machines, Novelty; Casinos (01:05:28) Decriminalization vs Legalization; Cannabis, Gateway Drug? (01:08:50) Psylocibin or LSD, Addiction Treatment; Microdosing, Clinical Trial Challenges (01:18:58) Sponsor: Helix Sleep (01:20:32) Brain Plasticity & Age; Ketamine, Depression, Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) (01:28:10) SSRIs, Mass Shootings, Suicide, Side Effects; Drug Approval; Ibogaine & PTSD (01:36:10) Caffeine Addiction?; Stimulants & Rehab; Prescription Stimulants & ADHD (01:44:04) Nicotine, Mistaking Withdrawal for Benefit (01:47:24) Sponsor: LMNT (01:48:44) Tool: How to Talk to Someone with Addiction (01:55:23) Perception of Addicts, Character Defect, Pain (02:00:58) Overcoming Addiction, Immediate Rewards, AA; Addict & Co-Dependency? (02:09:53) Longterm Drug Use, Dopamine, Cues & Relapse; Social Media (02:16:21) Brain Stimulation, TMS; Homelessness, Substance Use & Rehab (02:26:11) Addiction Treatment Policy, Rehab & Insurance (02:29:08) Tool: 12-Step Programs, AA, Accessibility & Benefits (02:38:08) AA, Higher Power, Cult?; Flexibility, Tool: Open AA Meetings (02:44:38) GLP-1s, Weight Loss, Alcohol Addiction; Pharmaceutical Advertisements (02:52:39) Social Media Addiction, Tool: Avoiding Social Media Strategies (02:58:36) “Failure to Launch”, Youth, Video Games, Social Media; Recovery Pathways (03:04:13) AA as an Action Program, Tool: Try Different AA Meetings (03:08:21) Hospice, Death, Overcoming Fear of Death (03:13:54) Addiction to Escape Death?, Desire for Oblivion (03:18:11) Men vs Women & Addiction; Lying; Relapse; Fentanyl & Addiction Advice (03:24:27) Zero-Cost Support, YouTube, Spotify & Apple Follow, Reviews & Feedback, Sponsors, Protocols Book, Social Media, Neural Network Newsletter Disclaimer & Disclosures Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fluent Fiction - Danish: Breaking the Ice: A Winter's Tale of Friendship and Courage Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/da/episode/2026-01-08-08-38-20-da Story Transcript:Da: Det var en kold vintermorgen, og sneen faldt stille udenfor den gamle skolebygning.En: It was a cold winter morning, and the snow fell quietly outside the old school building.Da: Mikkel gik hurtigt gennem gangene, holdt sig lidt for sig selv, mens han desperat forsøgte at undgå øjenkontakt med de andre elever.En: Mikkel walked quickly through the halls, keeping to himself a bit as he desperately tried to avoid eye contact with the other students.Da: Han fokuserede altid på sine studier, men hans sociale angst fulgte ham overalt som en mørk sky.En: He always focused on his studies, but his social anxiety followed him everywhere like a dark cloud.Da: Freja, hans klassekammerat, var derimod centrum for opmærksomheden.En: Freja, his classmate, was, on the other hand, the center of attention.Da: Hun lo højlydt med vennerne ved sit skab, men kastede et blik mod Mikkel, der gled forbi dem som en skygge.En: She laughed loudly with her friends at her locker but glanced at Mikkel as he glided past them like a shadow.Da: Mens mange anså Freja som sorgløs, var hun altid opmærksom på dem omkring hende.En: While many considered Freja carefree, she was always aware of those around her.Da: Deres næste klasse var biologi hos Sofie.En: Their next class was biology with Sofie.Da: Klasseværelset var varmt og lyst, men man kunne høre vindens hyl mod vinduerne.En: The classroom was warm and bright, but you could hear the wind howling against the windows.Da: Mikkel sad bagerst, klar med sine bøger og noter.En: Mikkel sat in the back, ready with his books and notes.Da: Sofie, en dygtig og forstående lærer, kiggede over klassen med omsorgsfulde øjne.En: Sofie, a skilled and understanding teacher, looked over the class with caring eyes.Da: Hun bemærkede Mikkels stille tilstedeværelse, men lod ham være, så længe han havde det godt.En: She noticed Mikkel's quiet presence but left him be as long as he was okay.Da: Mens Sofie begyndte dagens lektion om planter, skete der noget uventet.En: As Sofie began the day's lesson on plants, something unexpected happened.Da: Mikkels ansigt begyndte at hæve, og det var svært for ham at trække vejret.En: Mikkel's face began to swell, and it was difficult for him to breathe.Da: Hans fingre rystede, mens han forsøgte at fokusere på tavlen.En: His fingers trembled as he tried to focus on the board.Da: Han havde aldrig oplevet sådan en voldsom allergisk reaktion før, og han kendte ikke sin allergi.En: He had never experienced such a severe allergic reaction before, and he didn't know his allergy.Da: Hans hjerte bankede hurtigere, og frygten lukkede sig om ham.En: His heart beat faster, and fear closed in on him.Da: Freja, der sad længere fremme, drejede hovedet og så hans besvær.En: Freja, who sat further up, turned her head and saw his distress.Da: Uden at tøve rakte hun en hånd i vejret og råbte efter Sofie.En: Without hesitating, she raised a hand and shouted for Sofie.Da: "Mikkel har brug for hjælp!"En: "Mikkel needs help!"Da: hendes stemme var skarp med bekymring.En: her voice was sharp with concern.Da: Sofie reagerede straks, skyndte sig til Mikkels side og sørgede for, at han fik den nødbehandling, han havde brug for.En: Sofie reacted immediately, rushed to Mikkel's side, and ensured he received the emergency treatment he needed.Da: Klassen samlede sig omkring, og det, der normalt ville have været Mikkels mareridt – at være i centrum – blev nu en redning takket være Frejas hurtige handling.En: The class gathered around, and what would normally have been Mikkel's nightmare—being the center of attention—now became a rescue thanks to Freja's quick action.Da: Efter hændelsen, da Mikkel sad i sygeplejens rum, kom Freja forbi med et venligt smil.En: After the incident, when Mikkel sat in the nurse's room, Freja came by with a kind smile.Da: "Du skal ikke klare alting selv, Mikkel.En: "You don't have to handle everything alone, Mikkel.Da: Vi er her for dig," sagde hun blidt.En: We are here for you," she said gently.Da: Mikkel tøvede, men så nikkede han, indså langsomt, at han ikke behøvede at kæmpe alene.En: Mikkel hesitated but then nodded, slowly realizing he didn't have to fight alone.Da: Dét øjeblik ændrede noget i ham.En: That moment changed something in him.Da: Selvom hans angst ikke forsvandt helt, blev den lidt lettere at bære, fordi han vidste, at han kunne stole på nogen.En: Although his anxiety didn't completely disappear, it became a bit easier to bear because he knew he could rely on someone.Da: Mikkel besluttede at åbne sig lidt mere, tage imod den tilbudte hånd af venskab.En: Mikkel decided to open up a little more, to accept the offered hand of friendship.Da: Og i en verden af vinter og brugne barrierer, begyndte han at finde små lysglimt i skolen, han hidtil kun havde set som en mur af anonymitet.En: And in a world of winter and broken barriers, he began to find little flashes of light in the school he had previously only seen as a wall of anonymity. Vocabulary Words:desperately: desperatanxiety: angstcarefree: sorgløshowling: hyltrembled: rystedesevere: voldsomallergic reaction: allergisk reaktiondistress: besværhesitating: tøveconcern: bekymringimmediately: straksemergency treatment: nødbehandlingnightmare: mareridtrescue: redningrealizing: indsåbear: bærefriendship: venskabbarriers: barriererflashes: l​ysglimtanonymity: anonymitetavoiding: undgåfocused: fokuseredeglanced: kastede et blikshadow: skyggecaring eyes: omsorgsfulde øjneunexpected: uventettreatment: behandlingincident: hændelserely: stole påoffered: tilbudte

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Social anxiety isn't just about nerves in social situations, it slowly shrinks lives through avoidance, self-judgment, and fear of being seen. In this episode, Dr. Deb Dobson joins The Psyched to Practice Podcast to talk about what actually keeps social anxiety going, why reassurance and comfort can backfire, and how exposure really works in the real world. We explore subtle safety behaviors clinicians often miss, how avoidance becomes seductive, and why progress depends more on persistence than perfection. This conversation offers practical insights for clinicians who want to help clients live fuller lives without promising unrealistic cures.Brightminds AdPAR Ad To hear more and stay up to date with Paul Wagner, MS, LPC and Ray Christner, Psy.D., NCSP, ABPP visit our website at: http://www.psychedtopractice.com Please follow the link below to access all of our hosting sites. https://www.buzzsprout.com/2007098/share “Be well, and stay psyched" #mentalhealth #podcast #psychology #psychedtopractice #counseling #socialwork #MentalHealthAwareness #ClinicalPractice #mentalhealth #podcast

สถานการณ์ใหม่ๆ คนใหม่ๆ ที่ใหม่ๆ สร้างความไม่มั่นใจให้เราได้เสมอ แต่ถ้าเราจัดการกับความไม่มั่นใจที่เกิดขึ้นไม่ได้ ความรู้สึกนั้นจะเปลี่ยนเป็น ‘ความวิตกกังวล' ที่ทำให้เรารู้สึกแย่กับตัวเองมากขึ้นเท่านั้น แล้วเราจะจัดการกับความรู้สึกกังวลหรือ Social Anxiety ที่ทำให้เราไม่กล้าเป็นตัวเองในสถานการณ์ใหม่ๆ ของชีวิตได้อย่างไร? ติดตามได้ในพอดแคสต์ 5M EP. นี้

สถานการณ์ใหม่ๆ คนใหม่ๆ ที่ใหม่ๆ สร้างความไม่มั่นใจให้เราได้เสมอ แต่ถ้าเราจัดการกับความไม่มั่นใจที่เกิดขึ้นไม่ได้ ความรู้สึกนั้นจะเปลี่ยนเป็น ‘ความวิตกกังวล' ที่ทำให้เรารู้สึกแย่กับตัวเองมากขึ้นเท่านั้น แล้วเราจะจัดการกับความรู้สึกกังวลหรือ Social Anxiety ที่ทำให้เราไม่กล้าเป็นตัวเองในสถานการณ์ใหม่ๆ ของชีวิตได้อย่างไร? ติดตามได้ในพอดแคสต์ 5M EP. นี้

สถานการณ์ใหม่ๆ คนใหม่ๆ ที่ใหม่ๆ สร้างความไม่มั่นใจให้เราได้เสมอ แต่ถ้าเราจัดการกับความไม่มั่นใจที่เกิดขึ้นไม่ได้ ความรู้สึกนั้นจะเปลี่ยนเป็น ‘ความวิตกกังวล' ที่ทำให้เรารู้สึกแย่กับตัวเองมากขึ้นเท่านั้น แล้วเราจะจัดการกับความรู้สึกกังวลหรือ Social Anxiety ที่ทำให้เราไม่กล้าเป็นตัวเองในสถานการณ์ใหม่ๆ ของชีวิตได้อย่างไร? ติดตามได้ในพอดแคสต์ 5M EP. นี้

[Rerun] Dr. Kirk and Humberto talk about social anxiety. October 21, 2016This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month.Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOUZWV1DRtHtpP2H48S7iiw/joinBecome a patron: https://www.patreon.com/PsychologyInSeattleEmail: https://www.psychologyinseattle.com/contactWebsite: https://www.psychologyinseattle.comMerch: https://psychologyinseattle-shop.fourthwall.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/psychologyinseattle/Facebook Official Page: https://www.facebook.com/PsychologyInSeattle/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kirk.hondaThe Psychology In Seattle Podcast ®Trigger Warning: This episode may include topics such as assault, trauma, and discrimination. If necessary, listeners are encouraged to refrain from listening and care for their safety and well-being.Disclaimer: The content provided is for educational, informational, and entertainment purposes only. Nothing here constitutes personal or professional consultation, therapy, diagnosis, or creates a counselor-client relationship. Topics discussed may generate differing points of view. If you participate (by being a guest, submitting a question, or commenting) you must do so with the knowledge that we cannot control reactions or responses from others, which may not agree with you or feel unfair. Your participation on this site is at your own risk, accepting full responsibility for any liability or harm that may result. Anything you write here may be used for discussion or endorsement of the podcast. Opinions and views expressed by the host and guest hosts are personal views. Although, we take precautions and fact check, they should not be considered facts and the opinions may change. Opinions posted by participants (such as comments) are not those of the hosts. Readers should not rely on any information found here and should perform due diligence before taking any action. For a more extensive description of factors for you to consider, please see www.psychologyinseattle.com(By The Daily Telegraph. Copyright holders of the image of Madeleine at three are Kate and Gerry McCann. The age-progressed image was commissioned by Scotland Yard from forensic artist Teri Blythe for release to the public. Both images have been widely disseminated by the copyright holders, and have been the subject of significant commentary., Fair use, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?curid=39861556)

In this episode of The Tudor Dixon Podcast, relationship expert Dr. Wendy Walsh explores how the post-pandemic world has reshaped dating, intimacy, and romantic relationships for young people. She examines the influence of social media and dating apps on real connection, the evolving expectations of men and women, and why communication skills matter more than ever. Dr. Walsh also discusses family pressures during the holiday season and how younger generations are redefining intimacy, love, and commitment in today’s culture.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Social anxiety is not a personality flaw, it is your nervous system doing its job a little too loudly.  In this episode, we reframe awkwardness and self-consciousness as signals of alert, not evidence that something is wrong with you. If holiday parties, crowded rooms, or feeling “on” leave you tense and overthinking, this conversation will help you understand what is actually happening in your body.  I walk you through seven gentle, practical tools designed to give your nervous system cues of safety so you can stay grounded and present. These are not mindset tricks or confidence hacks, they are body-based resets you can use in real time. You will learn how to quickly orient to the present moment, regulate your breath, and take micro breaks without disappearing.  We talk about why food or drinks often become a coping tool in social settings and how to expand your options without judgment or restriction. You will also learn how to prepare simple connection cues so conversations feel less draining.  This episode emphasizes choice, permission, and self-trust rather than forcing yourself to push through discomfort. Even using one of these tools can shift how safe your body feels. Confidence is not about being calm all the time, it is about knowing how to support yourself when you are activated.  If you want to feel more at ease socially without changing who you are, this episode is for you. Time Stamps: (3:07) Social Anxiety and Awkwardness (8:03) #1: The Name and Notice Reset (9:03) #2: The Anger Breath (9:55) #3: The Micro-Step Away (10:48) #4: The Connection Cue (13:30) #5: The Pocket Script (15:51) #6: The Sensory Grounder (19:58) #7: The Permission Slip---------------------Find Out More Information on Vital Spark Coaching---------------------Follow @vanessagfitness on Instagram for daily fitness tips & motivation. ---------------------Download Our FREE Metabolism-Boosting Workout Program---------------------Join the Women's Metabolism Secrets Facebook Community for 25+ videos teaching you how to start losing fat without hating your life!---------------------Click here to send me a message on Facebook and we'll see how I can help or what best free resources I can share!---------------------Interested in 1-on-1 Coaching with my team of Metabolism & Hormone Experts? Apply Here!---------------------Check out our Youtube Channel!---------------------Enjoyed the podcast? Let us know what you think and leave a 5⭐️ rating and review on iTunes!

Between the holiday parties, family dinners, office events, and end-of-year gatherings... the holiday season can be a lot. (Even for extroverts like me.) If you've ever felt socially drained, awkward, anxious, or stuck in mind-numbing small talk during the holidays, I gotchu. This episode will hook you up with powerful conversation starters and questions you can keep in your back pocket to help you navigate social situations with confidence, steer conversations away from awkward topics and political landmines, and actually feel connected to the people around you.Whether you're an introvert, extrovert, cutting back from relying on drinking at parties, or just tired of endless small talk, learning how to ask better questions is one of the most underrated communication skills you can have.Research shows that the best communicators ask up to 20 times more questions than the average person... and that people consistently underestimate how much others crave meaningful conversation. So don't worry about making it weird... thoughtful questions aren't awkward, they're impactful. ✨Tune in to hear about:The most interesting and fun conversation starters Why asking good questions releases oxytocin and builds closenessQuestions to avoid small talk, create real connection, and bond the roomReflection questions to spark meaningful year-end conversationsForward-looking questions for intentions, growth, and the new yearHow to redirect uncomfortable topics with boundaries and graceWhy curiosity is the ultimate hack for social confidence and overcoming social anxietyFor advertising and sponsorship inquiries, please contact Frequency Podcast Network. Sign up for our monthly adulting newsletter:teachmehowtoadult.ca/newsletter Follow us on the ‘gram:@teachmehowtoadultmedia@gillian.bernerFollow on TikTok: @teachmehowtoadultSubscribe on YouTube

Angela Hartlin @angelahartlin is a mental health advocate from Nova Scotia, Canada, and author of FOREVER MARKED: A Dermatillomania Diary. She stars in the only documentary about compulsive skin picking, Scars of Shame, and received treatment for the condition after appearing on the CBS daytime talk show, The Doctors. Angela was published in Mabuse-Verlag's 2022 German compilation of recovery stories, Frieden mit meiner Haut, and has just released a recovery guide, co-written with Karen Pickett, LMFT, EMBRACING DERMATILLOMANIA: Through Pain & Recovery. Angela runs Skin Picking Support on Facebook, providing online support for those with excoriation disorder and other BFRBs. She can be reached at angie@skinpickingsupport.com and found on Instagram, TikTok, and X at @angelahartlinKaren Pickett is a licensed psychotherapist in California and Ohio and the co-founder of The BFPA Resource Center. She is an expert in the treatment of anxiety disorders and body-focused process addictions (BFPAs), including Panic Disorder, Health Anxiety, Social Anxiety, Agoraphobia, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Skin Picking Disorder and Trichotillomania. Previously, Karen was the Clinical Director of the OCD Center of Los Angeles and Faculty in Counseling Psychology at the University of Santa Monica. To learn more or work with Karen please visit her website https://karenpickett.com/ or bodyfocusedprocessaddictions.com— This episode is brought to you by HabitAware. My Keen2 brings awareness to my trichotillomania by giving my wrist a gentle hug or vibration when I'm doing the scanning behavior. Bring awareness into your life by visiting barbaralally.com/habitaware and use code LALLYLOVE for 10% off sitewide! Did you know HabitAware also offers virtual peer coaching? This one-to-one peer-based program will coach you through shifting mindset, practicing healthy strategies and creating your personal roadmap to recovery. To work with me, Ellen or Aneela, head over to habitaware.com/coaching today. —Thank you so much for listening to this episode of Trich Talks.Begin your journey to self-acceptance with trichotillomania by enrolling in my course, Sharing Our Stories. Sharing Our Stories does a deep dive into your relationship with trichotillomania by using my guided journal, My Trichster Diaries, as our workbook. You can learn more at barbaralally.com

Today we're talking about Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria—often referred to as RSD—a deeply emotional experience that affects so many individuals with ADHD and other forms of neurodivergence. My guest is Dr. Sharon Saline, a clinical psychologist who has spent over 30 years working with neurodivergent children, teens, adults, and families. In our conversation, Sharon breaks down what RSD is, how it shows up in daily life, and why understanding it can be such a game changer—for both kids and parents. We talk about the emotional and psychological impact of RSD, practical tools for managing it, and how to cultivate self-compassion and resilience in the face of painful rejection or criticism. Sharon also shares strategies for helping kids navigate social situations with more confidence and less overwhelm, and for supporting ourselves as parents along the way. About Dr. Sharon Saline Dr. Sharon Saline is the author of the award-winning book, What Your ADHD Child Wishes You Knew: Working Together to Empower Kids for Success in School and Life and The ADHD solution card deck. She specializes in working with ADHD and neurodivergent children, teens, adults and families–helping them improve cognitive and social executive functioning skills, resilience, self-confidence and personal relationships. She consults with schools, clinics and businesses internationally. Dr. Saline is an instructor at the University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School, a part-time lecturer at the Smith College School for Social Work, blogger for PsychologyToday.com, contributing expert on MASS Live at WWLP TV, serves on the editorial board of and hosts a monthly live event for ADDitudemag.com. Things you'll learn from this episode  How rejection sensitive dysphoria (RSD) shows up as an intense emotional response to perceived rejection or criticism Why many people with ADHD also experience RSD and how it can affect social interactions and relationships How RSD can trigger deep shame and emotional pain, often overlapping with social anxiety Why self-compassion, resilience, and reframing negative thoughts are key coping strategies How parents can support their children by validating their feelings rather than minimizing them Why understanding RSD is empowering and helps individuals navigate relationships with greater self-awareness Resources mentioned Dr. Sharon Saline's website What Your ADHD Child Wishes You Knew: Working Together to Empower Kids for Success in School and Life by Dr. Sharon Saline The ADHD Solution Card Deck Dr. Sharon Saline on Instagram Dr. Sharon Saline on Facebook Dr. Sharon Saline on Threads Dr. Sharon Saline on LinkedIn Dr. Sharon Saline's YouTube channel Dr. Sharon Saline on Understanding and Working with ADHD in Girls (Full-Tilt Parenting) The ADHD Solution Card Deck: 50 Strategies to Help Kids Learn, Reduce Stress & Improve Family Connections (created by Dr. Sharon Saline) Sharon Saline on What Our ADHD Kids Wish We Knew (Full-Tilt Parenting) Dr. Megan Anna Neff on RSD (Neurodivergent Insights) Sharon Saline on RSD (Additude Today) Thomas Brown / Brown Clinic for Attention and Related Disorders Dr. William Dodson How ADHD Shapes Your Perceptions (PDF by William Dodson) Big Kids, Big Emotions: Helping Teens with ADHD and Rejection Sensitivity Improve Emotional Regulation (Webinar with Sharon Saline on Additude Magazine) Q: Are My Feelings Valid, Even If RSD Is Involved? (Sharon Saline on Additude Magazine) I Feel Judged & Attacked: A Teen's View of RSD (Sharon Saline on Additude Magazine) Dear Dr. Sharon: Is Rejection Sensitivity All In My Head? (Sharon Saline's website) Social Anxiety vs. Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD) with Sharon Saline, Psy.D. (Webinar) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian Galke, known as The Decoding Detective, is a master of interpersonal communication and a tactical keynote speaker who helps people see what others miss. His path to success was not linear. After battling social anxiety early in life, Brian transformed that challenge into a competitive advantage, rising through demanding retail and service environments to ultimately manage a forty million dollar portfolio as a Regional Vice President of Sales. This episode dives into the mindset shift that made that transformation possible.At the core of Brian's work is his expertise in decoding facial features, a skill that goes far beyond surface level communication. These techniques became a turning point in his career and now serve as a powerful tool for leaders, sales professionals, and teams looking to sharpen their edge. Brian has shared the stage with some of the most respected names in business and negotiation, including Chris Voss, Brad Lea, Rene Rodriguez, Janine Driver, Steve Sims, Amberly Lago, and more. His insights are practical, memorable, and immediately usable.In this conversation, Brian breaks down how reading people accurately changes outcomes in business and life. He explains how awareness, observation, and emotional intelligence can unlock trust, influence, and growth at a higher level. This episode is a deep look at how mastering human behavior can accelerate both personal confidence and professional performance.

As much as I love the holiday season, it can be extremely overwhelming - especially if you struggle with social anxiety. If you're someone who has a hard time bringing yourself to go out and socialize, this episode is for you

Looking for a softer way to steady yourself before heading out tonight? This mini meditation with Geoffrey offers a grounding pause - perfect for easing pre-gathering nerves and reminding you that you're safe, steady, and welcome wherever you go. Love Night Falls?

In this episode... I explain why tapping reduces social anxiety like a volume knob (not a light switch), and why new situations can briefly trigger anxiety again even after big progress. You'll also hear a quick story from my own experience with social dancing.  If you want to learn this step-by-step, I'll be running a free challenge soon. Stay tuned. Do you feel awkward in social situations? Do you struggle to be yourself around others? And do you fear being judged, being seen anxious, and embarrassing yourself? You're not alone. I've been there. It sucks. Big time. But there's hope. I've been fortunate enough to overcome my Social Anxiety... ... and I've helped hundreds of socially anxious clients overcome their struggles too. Thankfully, there's a gentle, powerful, and effective solution to beat it. It won't happen overnight, but with certain techniques and strategies, you can reduce your Social Anxiety quickly. And with persistence, you can become completely anxiety-free. Without needing to force yourself to awkwardly face your fears. Ready to get started on your journey to Social Confidence? Here are your first steps: 1.) Follow this Podcast and always get the latest episodes! 2.) Go to https://bit.ly/socialconfidencepodcast and receive access to a short transformational video to reduce your anxiety immediately. AND you'll also get my FREE "7 Secrets to Social Confidence" Mini Course. 3.) Let's connect! ●     SUBSCRIBE to my YouTube channel ●     Facebook ●     Instagram ●     X ●     TikTok ●     LinkedIn All the best on your journey to effortless social ease. 

Tom Bilyeu and Cindy Okereke answer questions from the Impact Theory community. Some topics include: How to build a mindset for dealing with a serious illness; Practical steps to riding social anxiety How to build better accountability partners ;Why your parents' epigenetics can affect your mindset and behavior, and more! Original air date: 6-11-17 Tom Bilyeu is the co-founder of 2014 Inc. 500 company Quest Nutrition — a unicorn startup valued at over $1 billion — and the co-founder and host of Impact Theory. Impact Theory is a first-of-its-kind company designed to facilitate global change through the incubation of mission-based businesses and the cultivation of empowering content. Every piece of content Impact Theory creates is meant to underscore the company mission to free people from The Matrix and help them unlock their true potential. Impact Theory exists to inspire the next generation of game-changing companies and creators that will make a true and lasting impact on the world. FOLLOW TOM BILYEU TWITTER: http://bit.ly/2iyjY5P INSTAGRAM: http://bit.ly/2j7vqX8 FACEBOOK: http://bit.ly/2hPStWo SHOP: https://shop.impacttheory.com/ FACEBOOK GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/impacttheoryleague TOM BILYEU READING LIST: http://impacttheory.com/reading-list/ FOLLOW IMPACT THEORY TWITTER: http://bit.ly/2iC5lN3 INSTAGRAM: http://bit.ly/2hPSGJa FACEBOOK: http://bit.ly/2iystOf Subscribe to the PODCAST to get episodes early: http://apple.co/2icO5wz SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS: Get 5 free AG1 Travel Packs and a FREE 1 year supply of Vitamin D with your first purchase at⁠ https://impacttheory.co/AG1pod.⁠ Secure your digital life with proactive protection for your assets, identity, family, and tech – Go to⁠ https://impacttheory.co/aurapod⁠ to start your free two-week trial. ********************************************************************** What's up, everybody? It's Tom Bilyeu here: If you want my help... 1. STARTING a business: JOIN ME HERE: ⁠https://tombilyeu.com/zero-to-founder?utm_campaign=Podcast%20Offer&utm_source=podca[%E2%80%A6]d%20end%20of%20show&utm_content=podcast%20ad%20end%20of%20show⁠ 2. SCALING a business: see if you qualify here: ⁠https://tombilyeu.com/call⁠ 3. Get my battle-tested strategies and insights delivered weekly to your inbox:⁠ https://tombilyeu.com/⁠ ********************************************************************** LISTEN TO IMPACT THEORY & MINDSET PLAYBOOK AD FREE + BONUS EPISODES on APPLE PODCASTS:⁠ apple.co/impacttheory⁠ ********************************************************************** FOLLOW TOM: Instagram:⁠ https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu/⁠ Tik Tok:⁠ https://www.tiktok.com/@tombilyeu?lang=en⁠ Twitter:⁠ https://twitter.com/tombilyeu⁠ YouTube:⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@TomBilyeu⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

THIS WEEK!| -The Octi PX fuzz pedal by Keeley Your calls on -How to be a front person when you're an introvert Step 1: Practice so much that you that succeeding just comes natural. Step 2: Stay focused mentally Step 3: Stay in the zone. Channel bad vibes into positive energy. Don't think about the crowd at all.. just go up and do your thing. Like it's your bedroom and the people are mannequins DIY the movie, feel good stories and more! MXPX is coming! 2026 JAN with The Suicide Machines -Friday January 9 - Vancouver, BC Commodore Ballroom -Saturday January 10 - Seattle, WA at the Showbox SOLD OUT!!!!! -Friday January 23 - Santa Cruz, CA at the Catalyst -Saturday January 24 - San Francisco,CA at the Fillmore MAR -Thursday March 26 - Washington DC at 9:30 Club -Friday March 27 - Norfolk, VA at The Norva -Saturday March 28 - Charlotte, NC at The Fillmore -Sunday March 29 - Charleston, SC at Charleston Music Hall APRIL  Saturday April 11 - Denver, CO at Mission Ballroom w/Goldfinger, Zebrahead and Home Grown https://linktr.ee/Mikeherrerapodcast Leave a voicemail- 360-830-6660 --------------------- Check out the new MxPx album 'Find A Way Home' at MxPx.com and streaming everywhere now! Sterling By Music Man Mike Herrera Signature StingRay Electric Bass Guitar - Orange Creamsicle MIKE HERRERA SIGNATURE SERIES BASS OG Listen or watch "Linoleum" here MXPX - Self Titled Deluxe Edition If you like the podcast- Subscribe, rate and review on Apple. Support what I do at MXPX.com and also add MXPX and Mike Herrera to your music libraries on whatever streaming platfrom you use. Producing and editing by Bob McKnight. @Producer_Bob

A 15-minute guided meditation to help you build meaningful friendships and overcome social anxiety. This practice combines mindfulness, loving-kindness, and visualization techniques to cultivate authentic presence, self-compassion, and genuine curiosity about others. Learn to approach social situations with confidence, practice being vulnerable in healthy ways, and develop the inner qualities that naturally attract genuine connections. Perfect for anyone looking to expand their social circle or improve their ability to connect with others authentically. #guidedmeditation #meditation #mindfulness This guided meditation practice is from our app, Declutter The Mind. You can see our full library on our web app or download it for iOS and Android for free. Declutter The Mind ▶ https://declutterthemind.com/ Web app ▶ https://app.declutterthemind.com/ iOS app ▶ https://apps.apple.com/us/app/declutter-the-mind-meditation/id1465713447 Android app ▶ https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.MindDeclutter Consider joining Declutter The Mind Plus on YouTube for $5/mo and support the channel, get access to guided meditation courses, and more. / @declutterthemind

Eric wagt ein Experiment: die Rejection Therapy. Er nimmt bewusst ein "Nein" in Kauf, wenn er Fremde um etwas bittet. 20 Tage zieht er die Challenge durch. Wieso das Mut kostet? Wir wollen dazugehören, sagt eine Psychologin. (Wiederholung vom 04.07.2025)**********Ihr hört: Gesprächspartner: Eric, hat sich auf Social Media 20 Tage lang jeden Tag einer neuen Rejection Challenge gestellt Gesprächspartnerin: Ulrike Bossmann, Psychologin, systemische Therapeutin und Autorin Gesprächspartnerin: Daniela Grunow, Soziologin, Institut für Soziologie, Goethe-Universität Frankfurt Autor und Host: Przemek Żuk Redaktion: Anne Bohlmann, Friederike Seeger, Timur Gökce, Marcel Bohn Produktion: Norman Wollmacher**********Quellen:Weerdmeester, J. & Lange, W.-G. (2019). Social Anxiety and Pro-social Behavior Following Varying Degrees of Rejection: Piloting a New Experimental Paradigm. Frontiers in Psychology, 10.Baumeister, R. F., Twenge, J. M., & Nuss, C. K. (2002). Effects of social exclusion on cognitive processes: Anticipated aloneness reduces intelligent thought. Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, 83(4), 817–827.Brewer, M. B. (2007). The importance of being we: Human nature and intergroup relations. American Psychologist, Vol 62(8), S. 728-738.**********Mehr zum Thema bei Deutschlandfunk Nova:Rejection Therapy: So lernen wir, mit einem Nein umzugehenZusammenhalt: Wie wir achtsam Gemeinschaft gestaltenDie Macht der Gruppe**********Ihr könnt uns auch auf diesen Kanälen folgen: TikTok und Instagram .**********Meldet euch!Ihr könnt das Team von Facts & Feelings über Whatsapp erreichen.Uns interessiert: Was beschäftigt euch? Habt ihr ein Thema, über das wir unbedingt in der Sendung und im Podcast sprechen sollen?Schickt uns eine Sprachnachricht oder schreibt uns per 0160-91360852 oder an factsundfeelings@deutschlandradio.de.Wichtig: Wenn ihr diese Nummer speichert und uns eine Nachricht schickt, akzeptiert ihr unsere Regeln zum Datenschutz und bei Whatsapp die Datenschutzrichtlinien von Whatsapp.

Anna finds out about social anxiety from Dr Odhrán McCarthy.

In this episode... You'll learn when to tap and how to tap to reduce social anxiety gradually over time in a simple and gentle way. You'll also understand why this works, how tapping helps rewire your nervous system, and what to do if you can't feel any feelings when you try to tap. Want to go further? Start your journey to social confidence with my free mini-course: The 7 Secrets To Social Confidence https://bit.ly/socialconfidencenow Do you feel awkward in social situations? Do you struggle to be yourself around others? And do you fear being judged, being seen anxious, and embarrassing yourself? You're not alone. I've been there. It sucks. Big time. But there's hope. I've been fortunate enough to overcome my Social Anxiety... ... and I've helped hundreds of socially anxious clients overcome their struggles too. Thankfully, there's a gentle, powerful, and effective solution to beat it. It won't happen overnight, but with certain techniques and strategies, you can reduce your Social Anxiety quickly. And with persistence, you can become completely anxiety-free. Without needing to force yourself to awkwardly face your fears. Ready to get started on your journey to Social Confidence? Here are your first steps: 1.) Follow this Podcast and always get the latest episodes! 2.) Go to https://bit.ly/socialconfidencepodcast and receive access to a short transformational video to reduce your anxiety immediately. AND you'll also get my FREE "7 Secrets to Social Confidence" Mini Course. 3.) Let's connect! ●     SUBSCRIBE to my YouTube channel ●     Facebook ●     Instagram ●     X ●     TikTok ●     LinkedIn All the best on your journey to effortless social ease. 

"Captivate" is more than just the title of her new book, it is the effect that Vanessa Van Edwards has on audiences through her videos, articles, and data-driven insights. Vanessa is a self-described recovering awkward person who went from hiding in the bathroom and avoiding people at parties to literally writing the book on deciphering human behavior. She founded her own research lab, the Science of People, and has traveled the world as a speaker presenting her findings to prestigious universities, Fortune 500 companies, and media outlets such as The Today Show, The Wall Street Journal, and much more. Learn from the certified fraud examiner, body language expert, and author as she shares practical insights for decoding human behavior in this episode of Impact Theory with Tom Bilyeu. Original air date: 8-1-17 SHOW NOTES Vanessa explains what drew her to the science of solving people and why everyone has a cipher. [6:44] Vanessa provides the keys to understanding yourself or someone else. [10:07] Tom and Vanessa discuss the gravity of language, personality types, and neuroticism. [13:40] Vanessa explains why self-soothing is important to balance. [19:00] Vanessa explores the notion of radical honesty and deconstructs ambivalent relationships. [22:53] Vanessa reveals the one question to ask that uncovers toxic relationships. [26:50] Vanessa breaks down why she believes you can smell emotions. [30:58] Tom and Vanessa discuss leveraging your uniqueness to communicate the right message. [33:54] Vanessa talks about the personality matrix, radical honesty in relationships, and the resource theory. [39:39] Vanessa reiterates the importance of self-soothing and emotional versus logistical worries. [49:30] Tom and Vanessa touch on the link between happiness and learned helplessness. [53:43] Vanessa shares how she turns small moments of unhappiness into gratitude totems. [57:30] Vanessa defines the impact that she wants to have on the world. [59:28] FOLLOW VANESSA: FACEBOOK: http://bit.ly/2tQoA9n INSTAGRAM: http://bit.ly/2uM1oxi TWITTER: http://bit.ly/2uMmn34 LINKEDIN: http://bit.ly/2vwrbrj WEBSITE: http://bit.ly/1mfaup9 YOUTUBE: http://bit.ly/2uLGzTb SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS: Get 5 free AG1 Travel Packs and a FREE 1 year supply of Vitamin D with your first purchase at⁠ https://impacttheory.co/AG1pod.⁠ Secure your digital life with proactive protection for your assets, identity, family, and tech – Go to⁠ https://impacttheory.co/aurapod⁠ to start your free two-week trial. ********************************************************************** What's up, everybody? It's Tom Bilyeu here: If you want my help... 1. STARTING a business: JOIN ME HERE: ⁠https://tombilyeu.com/zero-to-founder?utm_campaign=Podcast%20Offer&utm_source=podca[%E2%80%A6]d%20end%20of%20show&utm_content=podcast%20ad%20end%20of%20show⁠ 2. SCALING a business: see if you qualify here: ⁠https://tombilyeu.com/call⁠ 3. Get my battle-tested strategies and insights delivered weekly to your inbox:⁠ https://tombilyeu.com/⁠ ********************************************************************** LISTEN TO IMPACT THEORY & MINDSET PLAYBOOK AD FREE + BONUS EPISODES on APPLE PODCASTS:⁠ apple.co/impacttheory⁠ ********************************************************************** FOLLOW TOM: Instagram:⁠ https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu/⁠ Tik Tok:⁠ https://www.tiktok.com/@tombilyeu?lang=en⁠ Twitter:⁠ https://twitter.com/tombilyeu⁠ YouTube:⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@TomBilyeu⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Drift into a deep, peaceful sleep as you release tension, ease anxiety, and let go of self-doubt tonight.These gentle affirmations are designed to calm the nervous system, ease social anxiety, and rebuild quiet confidence from within.Designed with your relaxation in mind, let a soothing voice and soft background music guide your thoughts toward safety, belonging, and self-acceptance.Hit play now, take a deep breathe in, and let each phrase dissolve the worry, self-criticism, and social anxiety keep you awake tonight.

主播：Meimei（中国）+ Maelle（法国） 音乐：Comfortable最近可口可乐推出了一款新可乐，它的瓶盖必须两个人一起才能打开（a bottle cap that you can't open alone）。官方还为这种可乐盖子起了一个名字叫Friendship Cap（友谊瓶盖）。今天我们就来聊一聊这款特殊的新可乐。01. What's the Friendship Cap? 什么是“友谊瓶盖”？The Friendship cap is a special cap.它需要两个人同时拧动（twist it together）才能打开。 可口可乐公司这个设计有什么特殊用意呢？它实际上是为了促进现实生活联系的一个活动（a campaign to promote real-life connections） — especially among university students. 这个设计推动人们多去建立线下的社交，也就是面对面社交（in-person socializing）。People have to find someone to open this bottle together. 这样陌生人也能开启对话。因为如果你想喝，就需要找别人帮你打开。但如果你是一个内向的“I人（an introvert）”，那情况就不一样了。很多网友调侃说：“作为一个社恐，我会默默地把瓶子放下。”Some people may just stare at (盯着看) the bottle for 10 minutes before saying anything. 这种现象其实也反映了一个趋势——social anxiety（社交焦虑），这在年轻人中已经越来越常见。02. Gen Z's Social Anxiety 年轻人的社交焦虑自从社交媒体开始越来越盛行（social media has been so predominant），人们已经越来越习惯独处和线上社交了。Predominant /prɪˈdɑ:mɪnənt/ adj. 占主导地位的，占支配地位的而面对面社交（in-person socializing）often makes the young generation (年轻一代人) 感到有些压力。And these days, even small talk (闲聊) feels harder sometimes. 现在很多大学生都觉得开学初的“破冰活动（ice-breaking activities）”简直就是“高压现场”。Ice-breaking activities are meant to (本意) help people get to know each other, 以此打破沉默和尴尬的气氛。但对于一些社恐来说，光是“自我介绍（self-introduction）”就能让人手心冒汗。Online interaction (网络互动)现在成了主流。但在社交媒体流行之前，we had more in-person practice。现在人们都习惯于texting，DMs，and online chats。DMs：是Direct Messages的缩写，就是社交平台里的私聊功能。“Online confidence, offline panic” — that's the new normal. “线上自信爆棚，线下秒变社恐”变成了新常态。主播Meimei表示：How nervous she feels about in-person socializing depends on who she hangs out with. 如果对方本身的气场比较活跃，那她也能很快就活跃起来。But she will get very quiet when she meets new people for the first time.主播Maelle表示：她是一个绝对的“E人”，she is pretty outgoing (外向的) in general, but she can get nervous sometimes too. 这有时也取决于社交场合（the setting）。其实在各式各样的social media上浏览时间一长，我们能感受到它带来的影响。03. Coca-Cola's Smart Marketing 可口可乐的机智营销可口可乐这次就是抓住了这个“社交痛点”，用一个创意的瓶盖让大家重新“面对面”的去互动。It's smart marketing (营销). People want connections, but also need a little “push” to make it happen. 有时候人们并不是不想交朋友，而是不知道怎么开始。这时候，一个“瓶盖”就成了一个“开口”的机会。The Coca-Cola bottle becomes a kind of ice-breaker tool (打破沉默的工具) itself!04. Social Habits: China vs. West 社交习惯：中西方差异Social habits are different in China and the West. In China:有些年轻人比较社恐，尤其是当他们面对陌生人的时候。但朋友之间如果一旦熟了，很快就能聊开了，甚至都能天天微信语音（send WeChat voice messages）、发表情包（send memes）、分享生活琐事（share little moments from our lives）……In France:Young people一开始比较慢热(a bit more reserved at first), especially in public. But once they know someone, it becomes really warm and open.In America:美国青年群体社交恐惧的比率也在直线上升（social anxiety is rising）。很多人想表现得很cool，但其实心里慌的不行。所以，不管中西，其实大家都在寻找“更舒服”的社交方式。Everyone just wants to feel safe and seen (被看见).So next time if you're holding a Coca-Cola bottle with a friendship cap, it is an occasion (契机) to make a new friend! 也许对方也正鼓起勇气，想要开口认识你。Social anxiety is real, but connection is powerful.有时候，可能只是一件很琐碎的事物也会开启一段美好的缘分。You never know what life has for you until you make a move.除非你往前走一步，否则你不会知道生活会给你带来什么。欢迎在评论区告诉我们：What do you think of this cola? Would you buy a bottle and try to find a partner?你觉得这款可乐怎么样呢？你会去买一瓶并试着找一个开瓶搭子吗？

It's easy to spiral and feel anxious when you're on a first date, at your office holiday party or heading to your high school reunion. The stakes feel high and you want to make a good impression. But social anxiety can get in the way of connection, fun and feeling good. In this episode, we give you tools to survive small talk, practice social courage and embrace the awkward.Follow us on Instagram: @nprlifekitSign up for our newsletter here.Have an episode idea or feedback you want to share? Email us at lifekit@npr.orgSupport the show and listen to it sponsor-free by signing up for Life Kit+ at plus.npr.org/lifekitLearn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

In this vulnerable and revealing episode of Shrink for the Shy Guy, Dr. Aziz returns from a life-changing couples workshop with a fresh insight into what really causes social anxiety and people-pleasing and how to heal it from the inside out. Most people try to overcome self-doubt by repeating affirmations, striving harder, or becoming their “ideal” version of themselves. But as Dr. Aziz explains, this fantasy self is actually wrapped around a much deeper wound: a core belief that we're not enough or not lovable as we are. Drawing from powerful moments during the retreat, he unpacks how insecure attachment leads to chronic feelings of unworthiness and how our attempts to “fix” ourselves only deepen the cycle. You'll learn how the path to lasting confidence doesn't come from becoming more, but from reconnecting with your authentic self, one that is already whole and worthy. Using a powerful metaphor of braided ropes, Dr. Aziz helps you see the loop you might be caught in and how to step out of it for good. "Everything is changeable. 100%. It's not about becoming someone else. It's about coming home to who you already are." Ready to heal the root of social anxiety and step into real freedom? Tune in now and rediscover your worth. ---------------------------------------------- Have you ever wondered why you still feel not enough, no matter how much you achieve, improve, or try to please? Why confidence sometimes feels like an act, and connection like a test you can fail? What if the real issue isn't that you're broken but that you were never fully bonded? In this episode, I want to take you deeper to the root of social anxiety and people pleasing. Because beneath the awkward moments, the self-doubt, and the endless striving lies something much more fundamental: a missing sense of I'm okay as I am. The Real Source of “I'm Not Enough” At the heart of social anxiety isn't fear it's disconnection. When you were young, something subtle but powerful happened: a gap formed between the love and security you needed and what your environment could provide. It wasn't your fault, and it doesn't mean your parents didn't love you. But that gap created what psychologists call insecure attachment a deep, body-level sense of I'm not safe, I'm not held, I'm not enough. “Social anxiety and people pleasing aren't personality flaws—they're attachment wounds trying to feel safe.” That unease in your body becomes the foundation of every “I'm not enough” story: “I'm not interesting enough.” “I'm not attractive enough.” “I'm not confident enough.” We try to fix the feeling by building a better self—a “fantasy self”—that will finally be lovable. But that striving only tightens the knot. The Fantasy Self Trap When we feel not enough, we look for clues about who we should be. Dad liked when I was smart? Be the smart one. People admire success? Chase success. Everyone loves charm? Learn to perform. Piece by piece, you build your fantasy self the polished, perfect version of you who finally earns love, approval, and belonging. But here's the painful secret: no matter how many boxes you check, the emptiness doesn't go away. The rope of your life twists endlessly between two strands—the blue rope of not-enoughness, and the orange rope of the fantasy self. Around and around you go… striving, achieving, collapsing. Until you realize: the problem was never you. It was never the missing strand. It was believing you needed to become someone else to be loved. The Way Out: Relearning Love The healing of social anxiety and people pleasing isn't about becoming your fantasy self—it's about coming home to your real self. “You don't need to earn love. You need to experience being loved as you are.” This isn't theory. It's a retraining of your nervous system—a gradual, embodied relearning that you are safe, seen, and worthy exactly as you are. You don't fix it with affirmations. You heal it through experience: letting yourself be seen, receiving care, allowing love in. That's the work and yes, it's vulnerable. But it's also freedom. Coming Home to Yourself This isn't a quick fix. It's a practice, like learning to move your body again after years of tension. You build it by showing up, by practicing openness, by letting go of the fantasy self one thread at a time. And then one day, you wake up and realize—you don't need to become enough. You already are. Because confidence isn't built on pretending to be someone else. It's born the moment you finally allow yourself to be you.

So many people in our Thin Thinking community aren't just navigating weight, food, and mindset… they're also carrying quiet anxiety under the surface. And as the holidays approach—with the social events, family expectations, food everywhere, and the pressure to be "on"—that anxiety can really kick into high gear. That's why I am so excited about this week's Thin Thinking Podcast episode with Brad Robinson, creator of the Anxiety Project Podcast. Brad and I dive into the kind of practical, grounded tools you can start using immediately—perfect for this season when your nervous system may feel a little extra tender.  It's an empowering, compassionate conversation that I know will support you—especially as we head into a season that can feel overwhelming for even the calmest among us. I hope you'll tune in, take what resonates, and feel a little more grounded, confident, and supported as you move through the holidays. Come on in! Check Brad's Website here and The Anxiety Project Podcast here   In This Episode, You'll Also Learn… How to prepare your mind before social events so you feel steadier walking in. How to gently face your "dragons" instead of avoiding or numbing. Simple habit and routine shifts that calm your mind and create more order. Why social anxiety often leads to emotional eating (and what to do instead).   Links Mentioned in the Episode: Listen to the Special Podcast on Social Anxiety: The Heart of Social Anxiety   Join my FREE Online Masterclass:  BREAKING FREE: Mastering Your Mindset for Lasting Weight Release Join my FREE Masterclass: "How to Stop the "Start Over Tomorrow" Weight Struggle Cycle and Begin Releasing Weight for Good." Sign up for the FREE HYPNOSIS DOWNLOAD : Shift Out of Sugar Cravings My book, From Fat to Thin Thinking: Unlock Your Mind for Permanent Weight Loss (Includes a 30-day hypnosis process.) What would you love to hear about on the podcast? Click here and let me know Subscribe to the email list so that you never miss an episode! Get more thin thinking tools and strategies

Believing you should never feel anxiety again is the very thing that fuels your anxiety. In this episode... I explain what real freedom looks like, why acceptance is essential, and how to stop the perfectionistic trap that keeps people stuck. You'll learn: • Why anxiety sometimes comes back • How acceptance stops the anxiety spiral • How to expand your comfort zone with ARTX If you want to start overcoming social anxiety step by step, start here: https://bit.ly/socialconfidencenow  Do you feel awkward in social situations? Do you struggle to be yourself around others? And do you fear being judged, being seen anxious, and embarrassing yourself? You're not alone. I've been there. It sucks. Big time. But there's hope. I've been fortunate enough to overcome my Social Anxiety... ... and I've helped hundreds of socially anxious clients overcome their struggles too. Thankfully, there's a gentle, powerful, and effective solution to beat it. It won't happen overnight, but with certain techniques and strategies, you can reduce your Social Anxiety quickly. And with persistence, you can become completely anxiety-free. Without needing to force yourself to awkwardly face your fears. Ready to get started on your journey to Social Confidence? Here are your first steps: 1.) Follow this Podcast and always get the latest episodes! 2.) Go to https://bit.ly/socialconfidencepodcast and receive access to a short transformational video to reduce your anxiety immediately. AND you'll also get my FREE "7 Secrets to Social Confidence" Mini Course. 3.) Let's connect! ●     SUBSCRIBE to my YouTube channel ●     Facebook ●     Instagram ●     X ●     TikTok ●     LinkedIn All the best on your journey to effortless social ease. 

Send us a textMahaya is an experienced healer specializing in transformational modalities such as yoga, body work, breath work, and the unique relational practice known as "circling." Based on Vancouver Island, Canada, Mahaya's journey in the healing arts began in her twenties as she sought relief from a personal life of suffering. For more than two decades, Mahaya has embraced a wide range of disciplines, including spiritual community living and exploration of psychedelics for therapeutic purposes. Now, she creates spaces of intimacy and connection to aid others on their self-discovery paths.Visit Mahaya here: https://www.mahayahealingarts.com/Key Takeaways:Mahaya's journey highlights an evolution from personal suffering to becoming a healer through exploration of various modalities such as yoga and breath work.The practice of circling emphasizes authentic relating, creating a safe space for individuals to understand how they connect with others.The pandemic brought Mahaya face-to-face with authentic relating online, catalyzing her growth and reducing her social anxiety.Mahaya's work now integrates presence and mindfulness into everyday life, transforming professional interactions into an extension of her mindfulness practice.Her story is a powerful testament to the potential for healing and transformation when individuals are open to exploring diverse methodologies.Thanks for listening to this episode. Check out:

Delanie Fischer chats with Suzanne Warye, author of The Sober Shift and host of The Sober Mom Life, about the culture, conditioning, and emotional underpinnings of alcohol. They unpack everything from mommy wine culture, dude beer culture, and the dark side of normalizing drinking to the marketing tactics increasingly targeting women, how relationships can shift in sobriety, and the freedom, opportunity, and unexpected impact that come from simply not thinking about alcohol. Discussed in this episode:  Mommy Wine Culture vs. Daddy Beer Culture Have We Been Duped? Pink Labels, “Wellness” Wine , and Champagne Yoga 5 Alcohol Myths (and Why Rock Bottom Isn't Required for The Sober Life) How Alcohol Blocks Intimacy and Connection + Forming Fake Friendships The Impact of Alcohol on Social Anxiety, OCD, and Overall Health “I Know It's Bad for Me, But Alcohol is What I Look Forward To” What to Ask Yourself About Your First (and Most Recent) Drink Criticism, Pressure, and How Relationships Shift When You Stop Drinking 2 Book Recs, Simple Drink & Lifestyle Swaps, and Exit Plans for Parties The Freedom of Not Thinking About Alcohol (and Its Ripple Effect) ⁠CozyEarth.com ⁠- Right now, you can stack my code HELPLESS on top of their sitewide sale - giving you up to 40% off in savings. ____ If Self-Helpless has supported you, a quick 5-star rating or review (if you haven't already) means so much! ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/self-helpless/id1251196416⁠ Free goodies including The Quote Buffet and The Watch & Read List: ⁠https://www.selfhelplesspodcast.com/⁠ Ad-free episodes now available on ⁠Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/selfhelpless⁠ Your Host, Delanie Fischer:⁠ https://www.delaniefischer.com⁠ ____ Episodes related to this topic: Is Hangxiety Worth The Buzz?: https://www.delaniefischer.com/selfhelplesspodcast/episode/263a8ad9/is-hangxiety-worth-the-buzz Rock Bottom vs. High Bottom and Working The 12 Steps with Amanda Hill: https://www.delaniefischer.com/selfhelplesspodcast/episode/237b7862/working-the-12-steps-with-amanda-hill I Quit Drinking And Had The Best Year Ever with Helen Hong: https://www.delaniefischer.com/selfhelplesspodcast/episode/23e92cd3/how-i-had-the-best-year-ever-with-helen-hong When You're A High Functioning Addict (And Modernizing The 12 Steps) with Dr. Samantha Harte: https://www.delaniefischer.com/selfhelplesspodcast/episode/233469a8/when-youre-a-high-functioning-addict-and-modernizing-the-12-steps-with-dr-samantha-harte Coping With Social Anxiety: https://www.delaniefischer.com/selfhelplesspodcast/episode/22bb89df/coping-with-social-anxiety Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Dr. Gordon Neufeld is a developmental psychologist with over 50 years of clinical experience and a graduate degree from the University of British Columbia, where he taught psychology for 20 years. He is the author of the international bestseller "Hold On to Your Kids: Why Parents Need to Matter More Than Peers", co-authored with Dr. Gabor Maté.His groundbreaking contributions to developmental psychology include the six stages of attachment development, the construct of counterwill, and his revolutionary understanding of how tears and futility drive human adaptation and transformation.In this profound conversation, Dr. Neufeld explains his attachment framework and why feeling futility is essential for both childhood development and adult healing.

In this conversation, Dr. Nicole emphasizes the importance of embracing one's unique leadership style, whether you are an introvert or dealing with social anxiety. She explains what introversion versus social anxiety is, how to determine which impacts how you show up as a leader, and strategies to lead  effectively navigating with either or both. Links mentioned in episode:Leading Her Introvert Way Episode 100Free Registration for HR Mentorship Summit - November 17-18, 2025_________LET'S CONNECT!* Work with me 1:1 to land your executive promotion, increase your impact, hone your executive presence and increase your salary by $50-100k. Book your call here to get your Elite Executive Experience.**Leave the podcast a 5-star review and help other introverted women find us and join our community.***Join our community of introverted women leaders and get weekly tips and strategies not shared anywhere else except in the LeadHer Lowdown newsletter.*****Connect with me on LinkedIn

In this Agony Aunties episode, they respond to a listener's question about managing social anxiety within a relationship. They explore how to communicate openly using “I” statements and metaphors, the importance of self-compassion, and taking small, manageable steps to expand comfort zones. The conversation touches on how exposure therapy can help reduce anxiety over time, and the delicate balance between seeking understanding from a partner and accepting that they may not fully experience your feelings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

If you keep telling yourself, 'I'll work on my anxiety when I have "more time", this is for you. In this episode... Most people with social anxiety do want change, but they feel like it's not the "right time" yet. If you've ever thought: "I'm too busy to tap, I don't have time right now." "I'll fix this later when things slow down." "I just don't have the energy and space for this right now…" …then this episode will help shift your mindset. I'll share: ✅ Why lack of time isn't the real problem ✅ How subconscious resistance disguises itself as procrastination ✅ A quick tapping sequence to break through that resistance, even if you feel overwhelmed ✅ Why short, guided, self-paced sessions can free up more energy than they take You don't need hours. You just need a different approach.

Dr. David Burns and Jill Levitt will teach you seven jaw-dropping techniques to end feelings of shyness and social anxiety. For shrinks AND for the general public. If you're hurting, or you have patients who are hurting, we want you to join us! It's 100% free. Therapists even get two FREE CE credits if you attend the live event. Sign up now at CBTforSocialAnxiety.com. This event could change your life. It's Wednesday, November 5th, 2025, from 11 AM to 1 PM Pacific Coast Time. Be THERE! 

Tried CBT, exposure therapy, affirmations — and still anxious? You're not alone. I spent years trying to "change my thoughts" and "face my fears," only to make minimal progress. In this episode... I share the full story of how I went from crippling social anxiety to calm confidence — without forcing myself into scary situations or endlessly challenging my thinking. You'll hear: Why traditional methods like CBT helped intellectually but didn't shift my emotional reactions The missing piece that finally created real relief The specific method I used to dissolve anxiety at the root How you can start experiencing relief — even if everything else has failed

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In this episode... Social anxiety can feel more intense even after years of progress. I share a personal story of a tough setback and how I handled it without forcing scary exposures. You'll learn: ✅ How a new trigger can show up even after feeling like you've come so far ✅ How I used EFT tapping to reduce the perception of threat ✅ How to track progress by intensity, duration, and frequency. Triggers can be worked through. Persistence wins. Start building hope now with the free 7 Secrets to Social Confidence: https://bit.ly/socialconfidencenow Do you feel awkward in social situations? Do you struggle to be yourself around others? And do you fear being judged, being seen anxious, and embarrassing yourself? You're not alone. I've been there. It sucks. Big time. But there's hope. I've been fortunate enough to overcome my Social Anxiety... ... and I've helped hundreds of socially anxious clients overcome their struggles too. Thankfully, there's a gentle, powerful, and effective solution to beat it. It won't happen overnight, but with certain techniques and strategies, you can reduce your Social Anxiety quickly. And with persistence, you can become completely anxiety-free. Without needing to force yourself to awkwardly face your fears. Ready to get started on your journey to Social Confidence? Here are your first steps: 1.) Follow this Podcast and always get the latest episodes! 2.) Go to https://bit.ly/socialconfidencepodcast and receive access to a short transformational video to reduce your anxiety immediately. AND you'll also get my FREE “7 Secrets to Social Confidence” Mini Course. 3.) Let's connect! ●     SUBSCRIBE to my YouTube channel ●     Facebook ●     Instagram ●     X ●     TikTok ●     LinkedIn All the best on your journey to effortless social ease. 

What does it take to tell the truth when the world punishes you for it? In this conversation, Gabrielle Union talks about living with PTSD and social anxiety, the experiences in toxic workplaces, and what it means to keep speaking out even when fear follows close behind. She shares how activism triggers anxiety, the coping tools to keep you grounded from therapy to mindfulness, and how to redefine success through truth, purpose, and self-acceptance. Get ready to see how courage and healing can coexist and how learning to be alone doesn't mean being lonely. In this Episode, You Will Learn 00:00 What does a toxic workplace look like, then vs. now? 06:30 The emotional cost of telling the truth in an industry built on silence. 11:00 How trauma survivors navigate social anxiety, boundaries, and life in the public eye. 16:00 Tools to calm anxiety and regain control. 21:45 How intentional alone time restores peace, clarity, and self-trust. 24:30 The powerful distinction between being alone and being lonely. 28:15 How Gabrielle's 2012 Essence speech became a turning point toward truth and self-acceptance. Resources + Links Get a copy of my book - The Anxious Achiever Watch the podcast on YouTube  Find more resources on our website morraam.com Follow Follow me: on LinkedIn @morraaronsmele + Instagram @morraam Follow Gabrielle: on LinkedIn @gabrielleunion + Instagram @gabunion

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Social anxiety isn't about avoiding people — it's about the fear of not being accepted. In this episode, Rosie opens up about the vulnerability of being seen and offers grounding practices to meet social anxiety with compassion, reminding us that belonging starts with staying connected to ourselves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices