A socially anxious newbie puts exposure therapy to the test

[zainherb]

Topic for forum:
A socially anxious newbie puts exposure therapy to the test

Sometimes I have trouble managing my social anxiety, which is even a problem for me on anonymous online forums such as this. I get so nervous! So.... let's be practical! I'm scared but I'm posting in any case!

As a new member, I am nervous of putting myself out there on this site. I am SO GLAD this book was chosen as the book of the month. Topical, helpful for us ALL during this stressful and unprecedented time on earth during this global pandemic. This post serves as exposure therapy to me!

I invite all of my fellows who are anxious to participate in the forums to give it a go and POST! As the book of the month suggests, confrontong our fears can be rather freeing, no?

What do you guys think of the methods in this book? Are there any ways you plan to implement the advice in your own life?

And, do you have any advice for me as an anxious newbie in the forums?

I hope to hear from some of you in the comments! I'll leave you with my favorite quote from the book:

"Yоu are rеѕроnѕiblе fоr уоur lifе аѕ it iѕ nоw аnd, whеn уоu саn ассерt thаt rеѕроnѕibilitу, уоu саn ассерt thе rеѕроnѕibilitу оf соrrесting соurѕе аnd dirесting your life along the path that you dеѕirе."

I am right there with you. And you will see that exposure therapy works well. I know it does for me.
Sometimes, it comes back, but when it does, it is not as severe as it used to be.

Just keep taking the steps and posting anyway, and remember that what you have to express, is important and worthy of being read/heard.

[Sarah Schmidt]

Kudos to you for taking the initiative. My advice - continue doing so. You'll eventually move on to tackle bigger steps. As it relates to your question, the methods in this book do seem effective. Maybe I'll implement it whenever I'm feeling just a little nervous about doing something new, or even just as a part of my regular routine for a more long-term plan.

[PeterRabitt20]

Welcome to the forum. I'm a newbie myself. I plan to start shopping for the right food, getting rid of unhealthy snacks with too much sodium and sugar. I think that we are what we eat. Much luck to you! Thanks for the post.

[Jackie Holycross]

I commend you for facing your fear. I have to admit exposure therapy scares me. Just imagining seeing large spiders on VR gives me shivers.

[Medhansh Bhardwaj]

This book has discussed in detail the causes, symptoms, and treatments for stress and social anxiety. I found the methods in this book to be very practical and effective. So, yes. You should try more of exposure therapy.

[Simmons32]

Congratulations! You took a great first step. Yes, you are right. It's important to take responsibility when it comes to being free of our fears and anxieties. There is nothing wrong with feeling this way, but we don't have to dwell on it. As impossible as it may seem. We can put a stop to it. Keep going, you are doing a great job.

[Hager Salem]

I salute you for overcoming your anxiety and posting this.

[Charles lib]

First of all, congratulations on facing your fear of social interaction, and posting anyway!

In my opinion, the book does offer lots of methods and techniques which are at least worth a try. I generally find meditation and exercising to be the most useful tools when fighting anxiety but I have to admit, I don't practice either of them as often as I feel like I should. Reading this book gave me a push in this regard.

As for the advice, I think you're already doing the best you can do: you're present and actively making yourself participate in social interactions. I do believe the more you do it, the easier it'll get. Starting it here, discussing exactly the topic of anxiety seems like an ideal, safe first step.

Well said.

[Mellino Itz]

I do exercise to keep fit but then I found the breathing techniques discussed in this book very helpful and I will be trying them out. For yourself, you should try to find out what works best or calms you when you get anxious. What works for me may not work for you.

[Chris Azuka]

You had a lot of courage in seeking advice regarding your matter. In order to remove anxiety, you need to have a positive mindset. There should also be determination that pushes to forward.

[Nicky Rita]

In my opinion, the book contains a plethora of methods and techniques that are at the very least worth a shot. As a result, it is preferable to begin with methods that are appropriate for you.

[Agbata Trust]

I wanna say a big congratulations because you have already started you journey on living a stress free life by beating all off to post on this forum your fears. Follow this book carefully I promise it gonna work.

[Mimi JJ1]

It was a great one

[Mimi JJ1]

It was a great one

The author did a great job
Love his choice of words, and writing styles
The book is a great book with wonderful description .

[Mimi JJ1]

It was a great one

The author did a great job
Love his choice of words, and writing styles
The book is a great book with wonderful description .