Written by: Ehsan Siddiqui
16 July 2025
Ever felt heavy in your chest and struggling to speak in social settings like office meetings or parties? You are not alone; social anxiety is more common than you realize. These simple tips can help you regain control.
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Negative thinking fuels social anxiety and contributes to a major misinterpretation of people and events. In such situations, evaluate how realistic the scenarios in your head are, and try to think positively.
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Every person can have different triggers for anxiety. Figure out the situations that make you uncomfortable. Pinpointing what, when, and why brings you anxiety can help you manage it.
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For people who get anxious while speaking in public, finding ways to practice public speaking can be helpful. You can start by talking in a small friends group or speaking in front of a mirror to imitate the spotlight effect.
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When feeling anxious, breathing is often the first thing to get disrupted. In such a situation, take a moment to focus on your breath, try 4-7-8 method, inhale for 4 seconds, hold for 7 and slowly exhale for 8.
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Anxiety can make us hyper-focused on ourselves. Instead of focusing on what is going on in your head, pay attention to what is happening around you. This can minimize feelings of self-consciousness and social anxiety.
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