Most people can never disentangle themselves from the restraints imposed by those around them. We value social approval too highly and possess an irrational fear of disapproval, criticism, and rejection. To tame this social anxiety we should reflect on the nature of a crowd,. Epictetus stated regarding the individual who is socially anxious: He doesn't know what a crowd is, or the applause of a crowd. So here he is bound to tremble and turn pale"