Overcoming shyness and social phobia

         Overcoming shyness and social phobia has been a goal that I have finally achieved.  Hopefully many of you can relate to this.  Although I am not 100% over my social phobia disorder, I can say that I have cured it at least 75%.  I am senior in college and this is the hardest place for overcoming shyness and social phobia.  From the stuffy classrooms, to snobby kids, to professors calling on you at random, social phobia disorder in college is no joke.  On top of it all my major is marketing which involves giving a ton of presentations in front of 25+ people.  Some classes I have to complete 6 presentations, just to pass.  My social anxiety goes wild when I am in school and sometimes I just want to drop out.  

            However, I have to say that attending college is a major reason why I am overcoming shyness and social phobia.  It has taken me out of my comfort zone and forced me to interact with people I normally would not interact with.  Although this has been one of the most difficult times in my life, I think it is one of the main reasons why I am overcoming shyness and social phobia disorder. 

            To make a long story short I advise anyone reading this blog to step out of your comfort zone as much as you can.  This is the only way you will truly grow.  I know it might sound counter-intuitive but I promise you it is a vital step to overcoming shyness and social phobia disorder.  Doing what you’re doing is not going to get you anywhere, it is time to grow.  Overcoming shyness and social phobia is possible but you have to work at it to succeed.  If I can do it, anyone can. Let me know of any progress, setbacks, or struggles you go through. Let us tackle this disorder together. 

More tips and trick to come.  

Best of luck!