

How To Stop Being Intimidated By Others As An Introvert with Divyank Goswami
7 snips Aug 20, 2024
Divyank Goswami, a graduate of the Social Skills Coaching Program, shares his transformative journey from social intimidation to confidence. He discusses the immigrant experience and the culture shock that shaped his social skills. Divyank emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and mentorship in overcoming social anxiety. He advocates for embracing social leadership to foster meaningful connections, highlighting that proactive engagement can lead to personal growth and reduced loneliness.
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Mike's Immigration Experience
- Mike McApinlack, as an immigrant, initially struggled with social interactions.
- He felt intimidated due to lack of exposure to different races while growing up in the Philippines.
Divyank's Initial Interactions in the US
- Divyank Goswami felt intimidated interacting with people from different ethnicities when he first moved to the US.
- He recalls feeling this way during a social event for students in his first week of class.
Challenge Negative Thoughts
- Counteract negative thoughts by questioning their validity and helpfulness.
- Introspection and evaluating the truth and impact of negative thoughts can lead to clarity.