How to get over social anxiety?
Its ruining my life. i can't even go to job interviews without feeling like I'm being judged. I just want it to go away its taking over my life and i want the control back.
How to get over social anxiety to go to the gym?
The number one thing you need to do is to work on being comfortable with yourself. What does it matter if people see you struggle? Even the biggest, toughest, bad *** struggles with something. Weight lifters will struggle when they push themselves. I know it isn't easy but try not think about people looking at you and judging you. You're going to the gym! That is sooo much better than so many other people how want to go to the gym but never get off the couch. Be proud of the things you have accomplished. As far as working out - you really shouldn't be pushing yourself so hard that you struggle every time you work out. Perhaps you need to lower the amount of weight you lift. Try not to worry about it if it is not a lot of weight. Just be proud of yourself for going to the gym. If you rep smaller weights more, then every once and while push your self and lift the heavy weights that you struggle with you may see better results. The most important thing is to have good form. Good form will give you the best results and keep you from harming yourself. When people struggle and lift too much weight that is the easiest way to loose good form. Also you may not need to worry about expensive protein shakes, just eating healthy may give you the best results. If you later decide you want to become a body builder than you can revisit the protein shakes. Good luck - you can do it!
How can I get past my social anxiety and talk to girls?
Try exposure therapy…ideally the more you expose yourself to the anxiety provoking suituatin (taking to girls in this case) the easier it will become. Have a few handy topics in mind in case you feel your mind goes blank when engaging in conversation. Practice in the mirror. Talk yourself up, reassuring yourself you got this can boost your self esteem. If you feel your anxiety rising while you are talking take a slow deep breath in through your nose. Sometimes seeing a therapist, short term, can be really beneficial!A Personal Note to People with Social Anxiety
Why is my social anxiety so bad?
My social anxiety is not as bad as it was, but it is still on the extreme side. As a person with a social disorder, I hate crowds and strangers. I hate crowds and strangers, like the Nazis hated Jews. I hate when people stare at me. That sends my social anxiety through the roof. I hate when strangers talk to me and walk up to me. I automatically get into defense mode, because I don't know what their intentions are. I have very deep seated trust issues. Therefore, when a stranger approaches me, I get anxious because I don't know if they have something up their sleeves. I don't know if they're just being nice to gain my confidence, so that they can ease their way in. I really don't trust people. I don't believe that people are ever just "being nice". I believe that they always have a motive. Whenever people are being nice, it is for selfish reasons. Whether it is because they want to make themselves believe that they are good people, or they want something in return, I don't know. But I have really bad social anxiety and trust issues. Are you experiencing this? If so, what are you doing to bring it down a little?
What is the best way to get over social anxiety's and to become more outgoing???
Hi maybe join group who do things that you are interested in, that way you will meet and become more outgoing as time passes. I'm sure there are social groups nearby who hold meetings regularly same thing as you get to know ppl then anxieties will slowly fade. You are not alone believe me, many others feels same, it's hard to go up and talk but with alittle practice it will become 2nd nature. Ppl love talking about themselves so that is a good ice breaker to ask what they like to do in general. Then it is easier each time plus you meet plenty of different ppl ,but remember you have to give info also, as is not one way street..best of luck cheers..
How to deal with my social anxiety?
Ok so I'm in high school with social anxiety, not the best combo as you can imagine. Now I've had this my whole life and still made friends and all but after I started high school it really got bad. I walk past people in the hallways and I end up looking stupid cuz I'm so nervous and then I think they're making fun of me, it just sucks. And a while ago we had an assembly and I was on the bleachers, so I'm sitting there and the bleachers start shaking. I look around and realize it's my leg, please give me some advice, I hate living like this every day. I want friends I want a girlfriend but it's so hard.
Does social anxiety last a life time?
It’s hard to say how long any sort of mental illness will last. For some people it is temporary, and for others it can be a lifelong thing, but for everyone it’s treatable. Regardless of how long your social anxiety lasts, it’s all about finding the treatment that’s right for you.Medicine works great for some, and not at all for others. I’m on several medicines, and they’re kind of hit or miss, but I would still recommend them because they’re definitely better than nothing.Outside of medicine, meditation and breath control have been my best tools. Waiting as long as you can between exhaling and inhaling again will reduce your heart rate, and that should help some of the feeling of anxiety go away. Meditation is especially helpful for control of the mind. You can’t always prevent an anxiety attack, but you can control and postpone them if you need to escape the crowd first.Exposing yourself to social situations gradually can also help, since repeated exposure (habituation) should reduce your fear of such situations. Start small, but make sure that you force yourself to be social at times so that your anxiety gradually lessens.I really hope this helps, and if you need anything else, feel free to contact me directly.Best wishes,Donovan
Social Anxiety Disorder and traumatic past?
I've always been depressed and shy and whatnot. I am 21 years old. I was diagnosed with social anxiety disorder last fall. I was treated with lexapro. But I am off of it now because the whole reason that I needed help was because I am an alcoholic. I haven't had a drink in 35 days now. It sounds like you might have something more than SAD. Convince your parents to get you to see a psychiatrist and get help. Also do things that make you feel better about yourself like exercise. Write down a list of reasons why you think that you are a good person and try and show the world how awesome you are to be around. I'm sure you will be just fine. P.S. Try to stay away from drugs and alcohol because it will only make you worse. Trust me. But above all you're going to have to love yourself before others are going to be able to love you. If you show people why you are fun to be around, they're going to want to be your friend. Also, don't overthink everything. You don't know what other people think about you unless you ask them.