Drew Linsalata
Drew Linsalata
EP 0056 - Anxiety and Dining Out / Social Situations (w/Billy from Anxiety United)
EP 0056 - Anxiety and Dining Out / Social Situations (w/Billy from Anxiety United)
EP 0056 - Anxiety and Dining Out / Social Situations (w/Billy from Anxiety United)
Monday 26th November 2018
Drew Linsalata and Billy from Anxiety United share tips on overcoming social anxiety while dining out in this episode of 'The Anxious Truth'.
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Get the buttons here!Dining Out Without Fear: Tackling Social Anxiety with Drew and Billy
For a long time I've challenged that, for usually I would act and speed up and get out? Yeah, it's almost the best advice you can give yourself at any given time.
Ever felt your heart race at the thought of eating out? You're not alone. In this episode of 'The Anxious Truth', Drew Linsalata teams up with Billy from Anxiety United to tackle the nerve-wracking experience of dining out when you're grappling with anxiety and panic. They dive into how social situations like restaurants, bars, and pubs can trigger intense anxiety, making a simple meal feel like a monumental challenge.
But don't worry, they’ve got some solid advice to help you through it. Drew and Billy kick things off by discussing the importance of recognizing and changing negative thought patterns. They highlight cognitive techniques that can be incredibly effective in shifting your mindset. For example, if you fear choking or vomiting in public, learning to challenge these thoughts can help you start to see them for what they are—just thoughts, not realities.
One of the standout strategies they discuss is exposure therapy. This involves gradually facing the situations that make you anxious, like dining out, and slowly working through the discomfort until it diminishes. It’s not easy, but with persistence, it becomes more manageable. Throughout the episode, Drew and Billy share their own experiences with anxiety, making the conversation relatable and down-to-earth.
They also emphasize the importance of having a plan in place for managing anxiety, such as knowing where the exits are or having a few relaxation techniques up your sleeve. So, if dining out has been a source of stress for you, this episode offers practical tips and heartfelt encouragement to help you reclaim those enjoyable social moments.