Archive for Social anxiety
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Social anxiety isn’t just shyness. It’s a persistent fear of being judged, embarrassed, or negatively evaluated in social situations—so much so that everyday interactions can feel overwhelming. Whether you struggle with speaking up in groups, meeting new people, or being (more…)
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There are some common misconceptions about social anxiety that have contributed to false stereotypes for far too long. Social anxiety doesn’t mean you’re antisocial. It doesn’t mean you’re an introvert or that you simply “don’t like people.”
In fact, research (more…)
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Have you ever felt a deep sense of loss after an election? You’re not alone. Political grief is a real phenomenon that can hit hard, especially when the outcome threatens your safety, rights, or vision for the future. It’s a (more…)
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If you don’t struggle with it, it’s far too easy to assume that social anxiety is something a person can control. It’s even easier to mislabel it as someone being an introvert or anti-social.
But, social anxiety has a deep (more…)