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Make it a goal to speak more or less as much as the other person(s) in the conversation, and to say as much about yourself as do they. Don’t closely monitor this, however. That would just distract you from mindful, curious focus. Instead, just be lightly aware of how much you and others are talking and revealing.
How do you deal with not knowing what to say?
Don’t Know What to Say? How to Know What to Talk About
- Memorize some universal questions.
- Switch between sharing and asking questions.
- Focus all your attention on the conversation.
- Keep the conversation centered on the other person.
- Jump back to a previous topic.
- View silence in conversations as something good.
Challenging your mentality and negative thoughts can be an effective way to reduce symptoms of social anxiety. Start by identifying the anxious thoughts that automatically pop into your head when you think of social situations. Next, analyze these thoughts and challenge them.
How can I stop being anxious about making new friends?
Bonding over past awkward experiences could even help you make a new friend. When you begin to feel overwhelmed by anxious thoughts, try challenging and replacing them with more helpful ones through a technique called realistic thinking.
How do you introduce yourself to new people with social anxiety?
Tips for people with Social Anxiety. If you’re at a party and feel really anxious about introducing yourself to new people, remember that other people might feel the same way. Pause to examine the evidence. When you’re feeling anxious, take a moment and try to identify the anxious thoughts running through your head.
The fear that people with social anxiety disorder have in social situations is so strong that they feel it is beyond their ability to control. As a result, it gets in the way of going to work, attending school, or doing everyday things. People with social anxiety disorder may worry about these and other things for weeks before they happen.