EP 23 Five tips for more confidence in a social setting

Instead of expecting yourself to feel self-conscience and nervous when heading into a social setting, wouldn’t it be great to feel confident and actually enjoy yourself!?

These five tips are designed to be simple, easy to try, and very helpful in any social situation.

While I’m not a therapist, I am a trained professional coach with a focus in mindset, self-care and life transitions. I’ve been in business since the end of 2019 and I’ve proven these five tips to be effective with several clients over the years!

Pre tips: Don’t go alone! Bring a friend, your partner, or a family member. And breathe...in for 5 out for 8 is a good go-to!

Tip 1: Use the mental reminder that you’re NOT the only one who’s experiencing some nerves walking into the gathering, dinner or event!

Tip 2: Slow down when you talk, whether you’re being introduced or catching up with an acquaintance.

Tip 3: Don’t lock your knees or clinch your fists. Ease your shoulders down and hell, stop squeezing your butt!! Relax your body. It sends a “let’s chill out” message to your nervous system.

Tip 4:  Dress to impress YOURSELF! Worrying about how to dress to impress others will lead you to overthink, be distracted, and quite possibly feel physically uncomfortable. If you feel good (and feel like yourself), you’ll look good and bring confidence with you to the party!

Tip 5: Use your boundaries in conversations or when you’re ready to go home. You’re allowed to be done when you’re done, AND you’re welcome to exit an uncomfortable conversation. At the very least, remember that your boundaries are ALWAYS available to you.

Take with you too, my theory on confidence: It’s 50% bravery and 50% practice! FOR EVERYONE!

Using these tips will definitely give you a road map, but are also meant for you to practice feeling good in your own skin and actually HAVE FUN!

So, your call to action is to give these tips a go!!! "Put them" in your pocket or handbag before heading out! No harm in trying, and these could work beautifully for you!

**These tips are from a certified life coach, not a licensed therapist, so please seek the proper support should calming your social anxiety go beyond using a self-guided practice.**

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