Have you ever felt stressed at the thought of being around others?

In this episode, I discuss social anxiety with Tamara Pflug, a fun and confidence coach. That's her role to help others embrace fun and confidence in their daily lives. So, I had to have her on the show to help us understand social anxiety and find a way forward. We explore the rise of social anxiety during the pandemic and the challenges of re-entering social situations. Tamara shares her personal experience of comparing herself to others and how she recognized that her thoughts were not reality. We discuss the life cycle of social anxiety and the importance of paying attention to thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Tamara emphasizes accepting and embracing social anxiety as a part of our humanity.

Highlights and takeaways from the conversation:

• Social anxiety has increased during the pandemic as people re-enter social situations.
• Comparing oneself to others can contribute to social anxiety.
• Thoughts are not reality, and recognizing this can help manage social anxiety.
• Accepting and embracing social anxiety can lead to personal growth and deeper connections with others.
• It is essential not to take social anxiety too seriously and to embrace all emotions.

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For more conversations like this one, check out my book, Vulnerable: Rethinking Human Trafficking.

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