10 Steps To Transform Yourself Into a Social Butterfly
Ten easy steps to help jump-start your transformation.
For those with social anxiety, speaking to other people can be a daunting task. The fear of becoming anxious, feeling the need to escape before you can engage in conversation fully or feeling embarrassed can often lead people to avoid social interaction altogether. However, there are ways you can work on your social skills and become more comfortable being around other people, even if this type of situation usually leaves you feeling anxious or embarrassed. Here are some steps that might help ease some of your anxiety and make it easier for you to interact with others.
1. Practice interacting with others.
The first step is also one of the hardest, as it requires getting out of your comfort zone and talking to others when you can. This can be very awkward, and socially anxious people are often not used to this situation. So, while you may feel a bit uncomfortable the first few times, see it as a learning experience, and it will get easier with time.
2) Practice new behaviors.
Try out new behaviors you know may make you anxious, or simply avoid some of your old negative habits, like avoiding eye contact or smiling too…
