Confidently Insecure suck less at SOCIAL ANXIETY | DANIELLE ROBAY
Jan 10, 2022
Danielle Robay, the host of the Pretty Smart podcast and a journalist, dives into the often awkward world of social interactions. She shares effective strategies to combat social anxiety, using her innovative Question Everything card deck. From mastering conversation techniques and using open-ended questions to fostering genuine connections, Danielle emphasizes the importance of curiosity and active listening. With personal stories and a touch of humor, she teaches listeners how to transform anxiety into engaging conversations.
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Embrace Silence to Enhance Conversation
- Embrace silence in conversations as a form of communication and presence.
- With practice, silence can reveal deeper, more authentic dialogue.
Be Curious and Nonjudgmental
- Approach conversations with curiosity to learn something new from others.
- Avoid judgment by first judging yourself less to make others comfortable opening up.
Ask Open-Ended Questions
- Use open-ended questions starting with who, what, where, when, why, or how.
- Avoid yes/no questions to spark detailed, richer responses and stories.
