Feb 22, 2025
Social anxiety is not about being shy or people not wanting to be social. People with social anxiety beats up on themselves before others get a chance to do it.
It is a condition where an excessive amount of fear is
generated by the anticipation of rejection.
Either way, it can be harmful to the spirit. In this episode, a quick look at the book How to Be Your Self by Ellen Hendriksen, Ph.D.
Either way, it can be harmful to the spirit. In this episode, a quick look at the book How to Be Your Self by Ellen Hendriksen, Ph.D.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned:
If you need information about Social Anxiety Disorder, the Anxiety and Depression Association of America has a free PDF on the condition and suggestions on treatment options.
The Insight Timer app has a course by Dr. Hendriksen called Rising Above Social Anxiety.
The Yale Medicine website has an explainer page on Social Anxiety.
Bookshop.org is a way to support independent bookstores. You purchase the book online via the website and an independent store will benefit from the purchase.
Disclaimer:
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