Let’s be real — speaking up when you have social anxiety feels like trying to talk while drowning. I used to rehearse ordering coffee like it was a stage play, only to panic and blurt out “tea” instead. If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Social anxiety isn’t just shyness — it’s a heavy, invisible…
If you’ve ever felt your pulse race or your chest tighten just from the idea of starting a conversation with someone you don’t know, you’re not alone. I used to avoid entire events just to dodge the awkwardness of talking to strangers. Anxiety about talking to strangers isn’t just a minor discomfort—it can quietly sabotage…
If you’re anything like me, the moment your name is called to step up in front of an audience, your pulse races like you’ve just sprinted a mile. Your palms are sweaty, your thoughts start to blur, and suddenly every ounce of preparation seems to vanish. Public speaking anxiety doesn’t just hit beginners—it sneaks up…
I’ve lost count of how many times I walked into a room and felt like every pair of eyes was dissecting me—judging my clothes, my posture, even the way I breathed. If you’ve ever felt the same, you’re not alone. That persistent feeling of anxiety over being judged by others can quietly take over your…
Not too long ago, I found myself stuck—sweaty palms, heart pounding, thoughts spiraling—right before a team presentation I had prepped for weeks. Sounds familiar? That’s performance anxiety, and it doesn’t care how prepared or talented you are. It shows up uninvited, right when you need your confidence the most. Over time, I’ve learned that overcoming…