06 | How Do I Handle Social Anxiety & Feel More Confident Around Others

Ever catch yourself pretending to scroll at lunch so no one sees you're alone?

Avoid eye contact in class just to keep from being called on?

Skip something you wanted to go to because you’re convinced people don’t actually want you there?

If you’ve ever felt the weight of social anxiety—even without a diagnosis—this episode is for you.

Jessica Davis shares how anxiety makes you feel like shrinking to stay safe, and offers practical ways to shift that story. This episode will help you take small, brave steps toward connection and confidence, from AI tools to real-time calming techniques.

What You’ll Learn

• Why social anxiety makes you want to shrink—and how to push back without pretending to be fearless
• How to use an AI chatbot as a safe space when spiraling (yes, really—it works)
• A grounding tool to anchor yourself before doing something that feels scary

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