2007-02-22 23:34:07 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Social Science ➔ Psychology
If this is really who you want to be then work on your self esteem. Believe that you can be the person that people want to hang with! You deserve social recognition and here is how you do it. Look in the mirror everyday and tell yourself you deserve some popularity. You don't have to be flamboyant to invite people over for a good movie or go out to eat. Start modestly so that you are not overwhelmed but stay in places and situations that you will be most comfortable. Don't make it a big deal in your head and the rest will fall into place. Now go make some calls and share a gift or talent...or just be a friend to the right person. Good luck to you!
2007-02-22 23:43:17 · answer #1 · answered by rggiggles 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/cognitive_b... worked best for me. I suffered from social anxiety for over 15 years. I've tried meds, individual therapy, and group therapy and studied psychology for 10 years, as a profession, but also with the hope to cure myself.
Depending on your comfort level, you could go to a psychologist that practices CBT and specializes in anxiety disorders, seek a group therapy, or create one. Usually those that do attend the group therapy are a bit more high functioning because as you know, it can be difficult to speak in a group.
Another idea is to see if there are any local research studies being conducted that you could participate in.
The program that finally worked the best for me is this one: http://www.socialanxiety.us/findinghelp.... and I was lucky enough to have a structured behavioral group to go along with it. Sometimes the people that actually attend this program come back home and form groups.
If yours is really mild, you might consider http://www.toastmasters.org
Any questions, let me know ... I can't tell you how much this has improved my life!
2007-02-24 04:27:08 · answer #2 · answered by Advice Please 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Become comfortable with yourself & face your fears...In other words buck up & put yourself in situations you normally fear to be in...Have a plan of conversation,memorize a few facts that may be relevant to the situation your in..Your confidence will radiate the situation making others feel you are approachable,therefore interesting & likeable..=) good luck!
2007-02-22 23:43:45 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
A little therapy would not hurt.
2007-02-26 21:50:59 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get some help here: http://www.public-speaking-solutions.com/fear-of-public-speaking.html
2007-02-23 00:50:54 · answer #5 · answered by Sofia 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go to: http://www.socialphobiaworld.com
2007-02-22 23:45:13 · answer #6 · answered by CLICKHEREx 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋