As humans, we’re meant to be social creatures. Being socially connected is key to our mental and emotional health. 【小题1】 When it comes to shyness and social awkwardness, the things we tell ourselves make a huge difference.

People aren’t thinking about you — at least not to the degree that you think. 【小题2】 Just like you’re spending their time judging you, so stop wasting time worrying about what others think of you.

【小题3】 When you’re socially anxious, it can seem as though everyone else is outgoing and confident. 【小题4】 Some people are better at hiding it than others, but there are many people out there struggling with the same self-doubts as you are. The next person you speak to is just as likely to be worried about what you think of him or her!

People are much more tolerant than you think. In your mind, the very idea of doing or saying something embarrassing in public is frightening. You’re sure that everyone will judge you. But in reality, it’s very unlikely that people are going to make a big deal over a social faux pas (失礼). 【小题5】