Understanding Social Anxiety: Building Confidence in Social Situations

Participants will gain insights into what social anxiety is, why it develops, and how it affects thoughts, emotions, and behavior in social situations. The session will discuss key concepts such as fear of evaluation, self-consciousness, avoidance patterns, and emotional regulation. Participants will also explore practical strategies to manage anxious thoughts, reduce physical symptoms, and build confidence in communication and social engagement in everyday life.
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Feb 28, 2026
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Understanding the Psychology Behind Social Anxiety
Gain a deeper understanding of social anxiety and why social situations can feel overwhelming for some individuals. Participants will learn how personality traits, upbringing, cultural expectations, and negative self-beliefs shape social anxiety and influence behavior such as avoidance, overthinking, or self-criticism.
Emotional Awareness: Recognizing Triggers and Anxiety Responses
This section helps participants identify emotional and situational triggers that activate social anxiety, such as public speaking, meeting new people, or being observed by others. Participants will learn techniques to manage anxious reactions, regulate emotions, and respond to social situations with greater calm and self-control.
Building Confidence and Healthy Social Connections
Learn practical strategies to reduce social anxiety and build confidence in interpersonal interactions. Activities such as cognitive reframing, grounding exercises, gradual exposure, assertive communication, and self-compassion practices will be shared

Upcoming events

Join Praan's transformative events - webinars, seminars, and workshops. Open doors to mental well-being. Together, let's build a compassionate community for a brighter future.
Feb 28, 2026
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Webinar
Understanding Social Anxiety: Building Confidence in Social Situations
This webinar explores social anxiety and its psychological roots, helping participants understand how fear of judgment and self-doubt impact social interactions, confidence, and emotional well-being.
Mar 28, 2026
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Webinar
Overthinking: Understanding and Breaking the Thought Cycle
This webinar explores overthinking and its psychological roots, helping participants understand how repetitive and excessive thoughts affect emotions, decisionmaking, and overall well-being.

Previous events

Take a look at a snapshot of some of our past activities.
Aug 23, 2025
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Webinar
From Burnout to Balance: Work, Life, and the Space Between
This webinar explores the crucial link between work-life balance and mental well-being, and provides strategies to mitigate stress and burnout while cultivating emotional resilience.
Aug 21, 2025
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Offline Workshop
Developing Emotional Reseliance
Developing Emotional Resilience through Dance & Movement Therapy, fostering strength, confidence, stress relief and team bonding for caregivers.
Jul 26, 2025
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Webinar
Mind Over Mobile Phone: Managing Digital Overload
This webinar explores the significant impact of mobile addiction on mental well-being, providing insights into its negative effects and actionable strategies for healthy digital habits.
Jul 12, 2025
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Event
VIP Training Week 2
In week 2 of our volunteering training, we explored what it really takes: listening without judgment, respecting confidentiality, and creating spaces where people feel safe to be vulnerable.
Jul 10, 2025
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Offline Workshop
Enhancing Focus & Mindfulness
Nurses Workshop on Art Therapy: Discover relaxation, stress relief, focus and creativity, fostering renewal and resilience for caregivers.
Jun 28, 2025
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Offline Workshop
Mens Mental Health
The workshop was organized to observe the men's mental health month in June. This event was curated for the residents of Boston Living
Jun 28, 2025
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Event
VIP Training Week 1
We covered the basics that actually matter: Listening with intent, communicating clearly, leading with empathy, and practicing real compassion. It’s not just soft skills, it’s the foundation.
Jun 28, 2025
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Webinar
Chair Yoga for Mental Wellness
Discover the gentle power of Chair Yoga to cultivate calm, reduce stress, and enhance mental clarity, making well-being accessible to everyone.