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Do you ever tell yourself, “I’m boring”? Maybe you hesitate to join conversations or avoid social gatherings because you think you’re not interesting enough. This is one of the most common fears I hear from clients struggling with social anxiety. The belief that “I’m not interesting” is like a si...
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Does hearing a recording of your voice make you want to run for cover? Or maybe it’s seeing yourself on video that makes you recoil. If you’ve ever avoided putting yourself out there—whether for work, social media, or even just in casual videos with friends—because you hate the way you look or so...
Have you ever walked into a room full of people and felt a sense of dread? Maybe you hesitated to approach someone at a networking event or avoided social gatherings altogether because the thought of talking to someone new felt overwhelming. If so, you’re not alone.
Many people experience this fear...
Have you ever been mid-sentence, sharing your thoughts in a meeting or conversation, only to have someone cut you off? If you're like many of my clients, this moment triggers a wave of frustration, self-doubt, or even resentment. But what if I told you that dealing with interruptions is not about be...
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Imagine someone asking if you’re afraid of humans. It sounds ridiculous at first, right? But if you’re someone who struggles with social anxiety, that question may hit closer to home than you’d like to admit. Just like people with arachnophobia avoid spiders, those with social anxiety tend to avo...
Do you find yourself constantly saying “yes” to things you don’t want to do, even when you’re overwhelmed and stretched too thin? Does the idea of saying “no” make you feel guilty or afraid of upsetting others? If so, you’re not alone. The inability to say “no” is a common struggle for many, especia...
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Are you finding yourself constantly overwhelmed at work? Do you feel like you're carrying the weight of the world on your shoulders? If so, it might be time to ask yourself an important question: Are you being too nice at work? Being overly accommodating can lead to a host of problems, not just f...
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Is it possible that being too nice can actually harm you and negatively impact those around you? While it might sound counterintuitive, especially since being nice often feels like the right thing to do, excessive niceness can cause significant problems in your life. Let’s explore how this happen...
Are you trapped by a fear of rejection? This common fear can hold you back from being expressive, outgoing, and connecting with others. But overcoming it is simpler than you think. I'm Dr. Aziz, an expert in social anxiety and social confidence with a doctorate in clinical psychology and six bestsel...