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Overcoming Shyness and Social Anxiety
Rating: 4.1 out of 5(144 ratings)
1,326 students

Overcoming Shyness and Social Anxiety

Loneliness is epidemic: Learn how to break out of feeling invisible and gain social confidence.
Created byRandy Hyde PhD
Last updated 10/2017
English

What you'll learn

  • You will understand social and emotional principles and skills.
  • Understand exactly what causes shyness and social anxiety.
  • Learn the most effective strategies for comfortably overcoming shyness & social anxiety.
  • Learn about human instincts and how to use those to your advantage.
  • Comprehend what love truly is and how to fill your life with it.
  • Learn to not only love and accept others; but more importantly, yourself also.
  • Understand conditioning and how to eliminate the negative and create positive bonds.
  • Learn how our mind either defeats us or leads us to success and fulfillment and how to take control.
  • What is behind the fear of rejection and how to turn that around to the joy of acceptance.
  • Understand the power of kindness.
  • How to begin and sustain a conversation.
  • How to read nonverbal communication and use that to your advantage.
  • How to cope with and effectively get rid of shame and embarrassment.
  • The power of courage.
  • The rules of effective communication.
  • The destructive nature of comparing vs the healing and peace of acceptance.
  • The formula for how to change anything in your life.
  • What is the true nature of mature love.
  • The power of confidence and how to get it.
  • Much, much more.

Course content

1 section27 lectures2h 18m total length
  • Video 1 Social & Emotional Skill; The Power of Practice 4:504:49
  • Video 2 Motivation To Change; The Heart of Relationships 7:037:03

    Learn motivation to change and why relationships matter, and identify five core values while clarifying what you truly want—not just drill bits, but holes.

  • Video 3 What Motivates Shyness & What Sets You Free 5:335:32

    Overcome shyness and social anxiety by focusing on others, building a 66-day habit, and boosting personal power through giving love, acceptance, and compliments.

  • Video 4 The Power of Love & Affection; The 2 I’s; The Magic Box 6:066:06

    Explore how contact comfort and affection influence development, and learn to act as a magic box by giving to receive love, building social needs and self-esteem.

  • Video 5 Criticism; Self-Acceptance; Foundation of Shyness; Kindness 8:378:36

    Change your thoughts to transform your life and stop basing self-worth on others' criticism and insecurity. A true story shows how kindness and inclusion empower shy individuals and rebuild self-esteem.

  • Video 6 Classical Conditioning – Fear & How To Overcome 6:256:25

    Explore classical conditioning in fear and anxiety, and learn to overcome shyness by facing fears, desensitizing through eye contact, smiling, and practicing assertive social actions to boost self-esteem.

  • Video 7 The Power of Our Thoughts 7:237:23

    Explore how activating events shape thoughts, emotions, and shyness through the a b c d framework. Identify mental errors and replace negative thinking with positive, rational self-talk to reduce anxiety.

  • Video 8 A New Perception; Nonverbal Communication 3:083:07

    Develop a new perception that others love you and overcome shyness by leveraging nonverbal communication (93 percent) and practicing kindness, generosity, and care to make others feel included.

  • Video 9 Fear of Rejection 3:053:05
  • Video 10 Real, Genuine & Transparent vs Hiding Behind A Facade 6:226:21

    Be authentic, genuine, and transparent by removing the mask and revealing your true self. Invite trust, relatable connections, and deeper emotional intimacy.

  • Video 11 Hurt & Defensiveness 4:494:49
  • Video 12 Why People Can Be Critical; Overcoming Through Love & Kindness 3:103:10

    Explain why people may be critical or rejecting, driven by insecurity, fear, or abuse, and how love heals. Reflect on Jolene’s story of overcompensating with kindness to protect self-perception.

  • Video 13 The Key To Overcoming Shame & Embarrassment 6:196:19

    Discover the key to overcoming shame and embarrassment: laugh at yourself. Learn how a track relay mishap shows how humor and resilience help you stay authentic when life happens.

  • Video 14 - 2 Instincts; The Power of Kindness 2:402:39

    Practice kindness to overcome shyness by giving others a sense of importance and inclusion. Embrace compassion in action—empathy, benevolence, and consideration over cruelty and indifference.

  • Video 15 Starting Out; Others-Focused; How To Begin A Conversation 4:474:47

    Overcome shyness by changing your mindset, facing fears, starting with eye contact and smiles, then compliment others and build connection by finding common ground.

  • Video 16 Courage; Living Life All Out 4:564:55

    Develop courage to connect with others by empathizing, listening, and showing genuine interest in their dreams and interests; take risks, embrace zest, and live life fully rather than remaining shy.

  • Video 17 Conversation Do’s 3:203:20
  • Video 18 Conversation Don’ts 2:262:25
  • Video 19 What Do You Talk About 4:404:39
  • Video 20 Rules For Effective Communication 5:315:30

    Practice non-defensive exploration to understand thoughts, feelings, and wants, and express using I statements. Learn active listening, empathy, and clear summarizing to resolve conflicts and communicate effectively.

  • Video 21 Conquer Fears One By One 2:422:42

    Identify your five major social fears and their triggers, including eye contact. Conquer them one by one by setting goals, visualizing success, and practicing in real situations.

  • Video 22 Comparing vs Acceptance; Competition vs Cooperation 4:334:33

    Overcome jealousy by accepting your worth, being you, and choosing cooperation over competition, as the lecture links gratitude, love, and shared humanity to peace and personal growth.

  • Video 23 How To Change Anything 7:327:31
  • Video 24 Mature Love 8:428:42

    Mature love is active and created through self-development, a need-free, selfless practice that enters another's experience, fosters equal love, honest openness, and deep, responsible growth.

  • Video 25 Acceptance & Confidence 3:583:58

    Accept yourself where you are and commit to improving your life along the way. Be your own best friend; cultivate self-respect through character and integrity to build confidence and happiness.

  • Video 26 Self-Esteem & Self-Respect; Others’ Respect For You 2:432:42

    Develop strong self-esteem and self-respect by treating yourself as you would treat others, aligning nonverbal signals with inner value and projecting confidence.

  • Video 27 Creed, Goals, Mental Conditioning, Summary 7:477:47

    Create a personal creed with positive affirmations, set goals, and plan simple steps to overcome shyness and build confidence through visualization and self-talk.

Requirements

  • Computer, iPad or smartphone
  • The only other requirement is wanting to learn the principles and skills in how to overcome shyness, social fear and intimidation and gain social skill, confidence and comfort socially.

Description

Loneliness is an epidemic that is sweeping our world currently and is extremely painful. We have this innate desire to share our life and experience with others. We have two instincts that we continually want to be satisfied, this is to feel included and to feel important. When we feel invisible, unappreciated and insignificant it cuts to our very core. We long for connection. 

This course gives you the principles, skills and philosophy necessary to break out and connect comfortably and meaningfully. This course will show you how to insert yourself into others lives so that connection and making friends become second nature. I know that this is possible because I went through a period of time where I was shy. Now I’m free, connected and fulfilled. I love me and others genuinely. I believe loneliness is one of the primary reasons that there is so much suicide in the world today. Practicing these principles and skills might not only free you but also assist others in the most meaningful way.

Often, all you need is good information and then to apply and practice what you’ve learned to be  highly successful.

Who this course is for:

  • This course is for anyone who wants to know how to overcome shyness and social anxiety.
  • It is recommended that you be 13 years of age or older. Or, be a parent who wants to help their child overcome shyness and social anxiety.