Posts tagged social anxiety reduction
Talking to Strangers: The Science of Why It’s Less Awkward Than You Think
Talking to Strangers: The Science of Why It’s Less Awkward Than You Think

Talking to strangers often feels awkward or risky — but research tells a different story. In my conversation with social psychologist Dr. Gillian Sandstrom, we explore rejection, the liking gap, and why we consistently underestimate the benefits of talking to strangers.

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How to not be socially awkward
How to not be socially awkward

As people emerge from their quarantine shells and start attending social gatherings again, a lot of us are feeling more socially awkward than usual. That’s totally normal to feel strange after not interacting with people in a social setting for a while!

So I wanted to offer a strategy for coping with social discomfort, whether it’s coming from post-quarantine awkwardness, chronic social anxiety, or something in between.

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