Social Anxiety Community Group

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Anxiety support groups

eo213
eo213
Does anyone know of any groups out there for people with social anxiety? My therapist is encouraging me to join toastmasters but isn't that more for public speaking? I was just curious if there was anything out there where I could meet others who struggle with fear and anxiety and thought that being a part of a group would really help. DS is great but maybe going to group therapy would really be beneficial. Any thoughts??
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well in canada they have groups at big hospitals that my doctor refered me too it was a study as well.. you could ask them about that toast masters will help though.. all they taught me at the group was that I was not alone .. and how to expose myself to my anxiety and live through it.. same with anything your scared of... you do it a couple times and you feel more confident!!

I found it really difficult but benifical .. the key is to keep doing something that makes you anxious every day.. make a list of your fear and anxieties and just tackle them one at a time.. talk to your family and friends aswell about your struggles... a strong support team helps keep you doing exposures daily.. good luck xoxox
eo213
eo213
Thank you for the helpful advice. I haven't yet been able to get myself to a toastmasters meeting yet but am learning to face my fears and do whatever it takes. I will try ur advice in making a list to face my fears. I know that is the only way.. Thanks for the support :)