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Credits:
The first clip is from the Ted Talk by Jia Jiang
(   • What I learned from 100 days of rejection ...  )

His ideas about overcoming social anxiety and getting comfortable with rejection deeply resonated with me, which I soon realized was very applicable to my life.

Why I did this:
When we're socially anxious, it's like we're constantly hyper-focused on how we're coming across to others. It's almost as if we're scared that it reflects some kind of lack in ourselves, whether it's our looks, personality, etc.

I've had those moments, especially with the people I trust the most, where I held back from saying what was on my mind, not really being my authentic self. It's that whole "just do it" mindset that I struggle to commit to until the moment has passed, and then I'm left with that twinge of regret.

But recently, I decided to challenge myself. I put myself in situations where I had to actively counteract that anxiety. What I discovered is that many of us are surrounded by people who are just as wrapped up in their own lives and problems. They're not scrutinizing every little thing we do. In fact, they often find uniqueness and change fascinating rather than unsettling.

So, as I continue to push myself out of my comfort zone socially, I'm hoping to be more of my authentic self. I don't want to regret the time I spend with the people I trust the most. It's a journey, but there's something liberating about embracing who you are, anxiety and all. Thanks for being a part of my story, and I hope it resonates with some of you out there.