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Do you get nervous and a little self conscious when you walk into a room of people you don’t know? Butterflies and anxiety are normal when getting up and giving a speech in front of people. Social anxiety is beyond that– it’s an absolute fear. It’s so strong that it prevents you from going places and doing things. It’s limiting happiness and the ability to socialize.
Social Anxiety Triggers
Aaron Marino of alpha m. says social anxiety an irrational fear of embarrassing yourself or getting intensely scrutinized. Alpha covers triggers: meeting new people, being the center of attention, making small talk, public speaking, being called out in class, eating in public, going out on a date, using a public bathroom.
Do You Have Social Anxiety?
Warning signs are stressing and being anxious about doing everyday things; worrying for weeks before an event; feeling that you constantly being judged or picked apart. Behavioral symptoms are deciding not to go to attend an event, bringing along a friend, standing in the background, or drinking before going to an event. If you have more fear than fun, take the steps to get your social anxiety in check.
Getting Social Anxiety Under Control
- Challenge your own negative thoughts.
- Learn to control your breathing.
- Face your fear.
- Seek professional help such as a therapist.
- Medication.
