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335. Beat Social Anxiety With These Simple Tips!
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Social anxiety, loneliness, and offline connection, today we will discover the science behind why we crave human contact in a digital world.
In this episode, I explore why we're biologically wired for in-person interactions and how digital fatigue is contributing to the loneliness epidemic affecting 27% of adults.
Discover the science behind mirror neurons, oxytocin release, and why even brief interactions with strangers boost happiness more than scrolling through social media. I'll share practical techniques for overcoming social anxiety, from grounding exercises to gradually building confidence in social settings.
Learn how to break free from digital isolation and rebuild meaningful connections in an increasingly screen-dominated world.
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0:00 - Introduction
0:38 - Why we need human connection (Biology & mirror neurons)
2:44 - Digital fatigue and the loneliness epidemic
4:28 - The lack of depth in online interactions
5:43 - Mental health benefits of in-person socialisation
7:07 - How face-to-face interaction reduces stress and anxiety
8:58 - Practical strategies to overcome social anxiety
11:27 - Grounding techniques for managing social anxiety
14:36 - Making social interaction a byproduct of enjoyable activities
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