Social Anxiety: The Silent Pandemic That Needs A Louder Voice

Max points: 5 Type: TEDx Talk

This talk shares a personal journey of growing up with social anxiety and discovering a simple three-step process to build confidence: self-love, small challenges, and rewarding effort. It offers practical strategies, relatable stories, and inspiration for anyone seeking to overcome fear and grow socially.

Channel: TEDx Duration: 0:16:31

Questions

1. What example did the speaker give for a small uncomfortable challenge to reduce anxiety?

Public speaking in front of a class Honk and wave at strangers Starting a debate competition Joining a large social event immediately

2. Why does the speaker emphasize rewarding efforts rather than results?

Efforts are easier to measure than results Results often depend on luck Effort is the only part within our control Results are not important in life

3. What is the first step in the speaker's three-step process to build confidence?

Self-love and affirmations Rewarding results Avoiding social situations Exposure therapy

4. What major change intensified the speaker's experience of social anxiety in high school?

Failing an important exam Losing close friends to relocation Moving from a private school to a larger public school Joining the debate team for the first time

5. What coping strategy did the speaker initially use to avoid judgment before classes started?

Walking the halls repeatedly Talking to teachers early Hiding in the library Sitting in the cafeteria

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