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Originally Posted by shasah  I was trying to figure out where this came from, so I would also like to thank Seeker5. I tried the accepting rejection method of yours today and it didn't hurt at all. I thought of what you said and smiled each time it happened. I was much less self conscious after about the 3rd time. Still have some work to do, but wanted to say thanks. |
That's awesome
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Originally Posted by moriez Oooh, some inspirational stories here. Its exactly this social fear that is the major crux for me. Things are already turning by moving away from spending no-quality-computer time to meeting up with people to do whatever. I havent really set goals yet so that might be the next step. For now, good luck to all!  |
Cool, if you'd like to share your goals when you've set them, feel free to do so. You can pm me too if you prefer not to share them publicly but you'd like to share them with someone who can offer feedback and encouragement. This actually goes for anyone
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Originally Posted by cacheborn That's awesome. I like it.
Will try it myself. |
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Originally Posted by Angela People want to feel connected with you, and they are concerned about rejection and embarrassment and saying something dumb -- they don't want to hurt their own chances of feeling connected and safe anymore than you do. |
That's a terrific post Angela. Thanks for sharing. They are great points and I'll keep them in mind. I do find it easier too when I place myself in the position of trying to comfort someone else (such as in Toastmasters example at the beginning of the thread) rather then when i'm concerned about myself.