I ENCOURAGE People Who Have "SOCIAL ANXIETY" To Take A Public Speaking Class

[SirReginald]

Like I said before, I suffer from social anxiety, but mines has decreased over the years. I've always been the type to ask questions, but now I can engage in conversations. I think that comes from me having speech delay. Also, when I get really nervous I speak over my words.


Anyway, for anyone suffering from that take a public speaking class. It will prepare you socially. I once was nervous speaking, but not now. I could give a speech in front of people. Just think of all the people in the crowd naked

This is just MY advice.

 

[Kairi Irving]

My problem is wierd... I used to be a social butterfly from as long as I could remember up till I turned 17. Became depressed, don't really engage in conversation with anyone anymore that's not family, I can speak to people but sometimes I have this wierd anxiety come over me and others I don't

Like I don't feel the need to speak to people anymore

 

[UltimateSource]

People hear you from the level you speak. So no matter what you say...if your intent is to be honest and speak words of import that may help someone...it should be a breeze to come off as confident.

 

[8.TRES]

Most definitely. Coming into high school I wasn't necessarily socially anxious, moreso socially reserved and this spilled into me being uncomfortable in social scenarios. Joined a debate team and took some public speaking classes to fulfill my English requirement, and it's crazy how much of a difference it makes. The ability to be comfortable socially is a huge benefit in today's connected society, and if you have it you're already a huge step ahead of those who don't.

 

[SirReginald]

My problem is wierd... I used to be a social butterfly from as long as I could remember up till I turned 17. Became depressed, don't really engage in conversation with anyone anymore that's not family, I can speak to people but sometimes I have this wierd anxiety come over me and others I don't

Like I don't feel the need to speak to people anymore

I was like you. Mine started at 15 when I got heartbroken from puppy love. Also, I lost all the people who I thought we my friends. I did distance myself. Because those same people came around my Senior year. I learned to always be yourself. Now, being around people has helped me to become and adapt to society. Like I said, go take a toastmasters class and volunteer more. Hate to say this, but having past arguments and standing my ground really helped me to develop my skills.

 

[NkrumahWasRight Is Wrong]

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[SirReginald]

Stop capitalizing words for dramatic click bait

okay

 

[big bun]

Toastmasters did wonders for me. I never had "social anxiety", but I had a fear of speaking in front of people so I took a class. There was a brotha in there who actually had social anxiety and to see where he ended up from where he began was .

 

[SirReginald]

Toastmasters did wonders for me. I never had "social anxiety", but I had a fear of speaking in front of people so I took a class. There was a brotha in there who actually had social anxiety and to see where he ended up from where he began was .

 

[Micky Mikey]

Toastmasters did wonders for me. I never had "social anxiety", but I had a fear of speaking in front of people so I took a class. There was a brotha in there who actually had social anxiety and to see where he ended up from where he began was .

There is a Toastmasters at my local Community College. I may go up there to check it out. Is a whole class just public speaking or are there other activities that were done?

 

[ignorethis]

Great advice OP, I agree.

You'll probably be intimidated at first and it's not gonna fix everything instantly, but it's a good first step for most people.

 

[Gully Bull]

Great idea. It gives you a topic to speak at length about in an educational enviroment.

 

[Spiritual Stratocaster]

Jui Jitsu has given me more confidence and I now Don't feel anxious playing guitar in public, or doing something simple like just going grocery shopping..i'm happy waking up and I speak more direct too

@Mowgli

 

[GzUp]

Working at Walmart for years got rid of my social anxiety and I mastered my communication skills.

I honestly don't think I had social anxiety but some for of anxiety.

 

[Piffiztheanswer]

I did. Boosted my public speaking, confidence, self belief, articulation, tone of voice and how to organize my ideas and thoughts into coherent speeches.