For people with social anxiety disorder, everyday social interactions cause irrational anxiety, fear, self-consciousness and embarrassment. It could be as simple as talking to the milkman, but your everyday interactions give rise to negative automatic thoughts.

Thoughts that many a times cannot be controlled and are involuntary, but yet extremely debilitating for your mental health.

There are however, quite a few ways to take control of your life and overcome this disorder:

1. Support Groups: Sharing your experiences and hearing from others who face similar challenges can provide support and reduce feelings of isolation.

2. Deep Breathing: Deep breathing exercises can help calm your nervous system and reduce anxiety symptoms.

3. Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT): CBT is the most effective treatment for social

anxiety. It involves identifying and changing negative thought patterns and behaviors.

4. Gradual Exposure: Slowly and systematically expose yourself to social situations that make

you anxious, starting with less intimidating ones and gradually progressing to more

challenging ones.

5. Challenge Negative Thoughts: Identify and challenge the negative thoughts and beliefs that contribute to your anxiety.

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