

6 Expert Tips for Overcoming Social Anxiety with Emma McAdam
32 snips Jun 7, 2024
Therapist Emma McAdam and psychologist Nick Wignall discuss overcoming social anxiety by redefining it as a functional response that fosters care, validating and accepting anxiety, using metaphors to understand anxiety, shifting focus to building confidence, overcoming fear in lead climbing, starting small to prioritize connection, and using assertiveness to manage anxiety.
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Intro
00:00 • 3min
Navigating Social Anxiety and Embracing Uncomfortable Feelings
03:23 • 5min
Understanding Anxiety through Metaphors and Building Confidence
08:25 • 3min
Shifting Focus from Anxiety to Confidence in Social Situations
11:37 • 27min
Overcoming Fear of Falling while Lead Climbing
38:51 • 2min
Overcoming Social Anxiety: Starting Small and Prioritizing Connection
41:20 • 7min