You need to set specific goals. You can’t just say, “I want to be rid of my social anxiety.” You have to be more specific. Setting goals will keep you focused and on the right path to overcoming social anxiety.

First ask yourself:

• What type of social situation do you want to stop avoiding?
• How do you want to feel in that situation?

Some example answers to this might be:

• You want to go to the movies and be relaxed.
• You want to eat at a restaurant feeling comfortable.

Start small! My first goal was to walk out and get the mail and feel relaxed. I mean, start small! Read more »

“Oh, you are just shy.” Are you sick and tired of hearing that? Are you wondering what is wrong with you? Do you feel like no one understands? You are not alone!

Anxiety is similar to fear, yet very different. Fear is a rational emotional response to a real threat. Anxiety is an irrational emotional response to an imagined threat. However, it feels very real to those of us who suffer with anxiety on a daily basis. Read more »