Simply Always Awake Inquiry into Social Anxiety
Oct 30, 2025
The hosts dive deep into social anxiety, exploring the roots of people-pleasing and trauma. They emphasize the importance of grounding decisions in the present moment. Listeners learn to trust their bodily sensations and feelings, helping them navigate social situations with greater ease. The conversation also highlights the value of sensory preferences in self-discovery. Practical exercises, like improv and open conversations, are suggested to build confidence and reduce hypervigilance in social settings.
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Decide From Present Needs
- Make decisions from the present moment by checking your current needs and feelings.
- If doubt blocks you, feel the underlying emotion first and then decide with what you have now.
Fear Masquerades As Planning
- Overplanning often comes from fear and can masquerade as insight.
- Dropping into loving the present lets decisions arise naturally and reduces burnout.
Use Sensory Routines To Reveal Preferences
- Use sensory, solo activities (walks, baths, hobbies) to access preferences and feelings.
- Build small routines to reveal clearer choices for bigger decisions with others.