It may *not* be the most wonderful time of the year for those of us with social anxiety. While we always promote setting boundaries, saying no when you mean no, and taking care of yourself, sometimes it’s important to show up for those special moments/celebrations in life. So here are some tips to support you through social anxiety:
🫁Take deep breaths, or focus on your 5 senses, to come back to the present if your mind gets loud.
🧠Stay mindful of negative thoughts that come up and challenge them when you can.
🛑Create an exit plan. Remind yourself that you can leave whenever you need.
🤝Take the focus off of you and share a compliment, be a good listener, or lend a helping hand to someone else.