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  1. Social Confidence Retreat in Thailand: January 24–31

    2 oktober 2026 · 7 min

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    In this episode... Lees meer

    Seb shares his plans for a small-group social confidence retreat in Chiang Mai, Thailand, on January 24–31, 2027.

    He describes a week of tapping and group work, outdoor adventures, and time to relax with people who understand social anxiety.

    If you're interested but anxious about joining, Seb explains how pre-retreat calls can help everyone get to know each other, why activities are optional, and what needs to happen before the retreat is confirmed. He also covers the costs and payment options.

    Find out more about the retreat and see whether it feels right for you: https://www.social-anxiety-solutions.com/retreat

  2. Can't Stop Replaying That Conversation? (10-Min Exercise)

    7 augustus 2026 · 13 min

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    Can't stop replaying an awkward or embarrassing conversation in your head? Lees meer

    Maybe you keep thinking about what you said, cringing at how you came across, or worrying about what the other person thinks of you.

    In this episode, I'll guide you through a 10-minute tapping exercise to help you work with the anxiety, embarrassment, and self-judgment that can stick around after a difficult social situation.

    You don't need any tapping experience. Simply follow along, tap where I tap, and repeat the words out loud.

    Before we start, you'll bring the situation to mind and notice how uncomfortable it feels. At the end, you'll check in again and see what, if anything, has shifted.

    You might feel a little calmer, lighter, less caught up in what happened, or see the situation from a different perspective. And if nothing shifts, that's okay too. This is one short exercise, not a promise to resolve everything in 10 minutes.

    Want to go further?

    Fast Social Anxiety Relief (FSAR) is my step-by-step program combining psychology with tapping, with 50+ guided tap-alongs to help you work with social anxiety before, during, and after social situations:

    https://www.social-anxiety-solutions.com/fast-social-anxiety-relief/

    Want to learn how to overcome social anxiety without having to force yourself to face your fears for free?

    Go to:
    https://bit.ly/socialconfidencenow

  3. What Happens After You Overcome Social Anxiety?

    30 juni 2026 · 14 min

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    Have you ever wondered what life actually looks like after overcoming social anxiety? Lees meer

    Many people don't want to become the most outgoing person in the room. They simply want to enjoy a coffee with a friend, stop worrying about being judged, or feel comfortable being themselves around other people.

    In this episode, you'll hear three former clients share what happened after they overcame years of severe social anxiety.

    You'll hear how they went from:

    • Hiding in bathrooms during social events
    • Constantly worrying about what other people thought
    • Feeling trapped by fear and self-consciousness

    …to building lives they never thought possible.

    Not because they forced themselves to become different people.

    But because they gradually learned to feel safe being themselves around others.

    If you've ever wondered whether overcoming social anxiety is really possible (or what becomes possible afterwards), this episode is for you.

    Free Social Confidence Blueprint:
    https://www.social-anxiety-solutions.com/social-confidence-blueprint/

    Looking for personalized help?
    Learn more about private coaching:
    https://www.social-anxiety-solutions.com/social-anxiety-coach-v2/

  4. "I Used To Dread Social Situations. Now I Co-Lead Retreats." | Tiffany's Story

    22 juni 2026 · 40 min

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    For years, Tiffany struggled with social anxiety.

    She dreaded social situations, felt uncomfortable around people, isolated herself at times, and constantly replayed conversations in her head afterward. Deep down, she didn't trust people, and she didn't fully trust herself.

    In this conversation, Tiffany shares how she went from feeling anxious, guarded, and self-conscious around others to co-leading in-person retreats and speaking in front of groups with confidence.

    Along the way, we discuss:

    • The traumatic experiences that contributed to her social anxiety
    • Fear of judgment, overthinking, and self-criticism
    • Why self-acceptance became such an important part of her healing
    • The role of forgiveness and self-compassion
    • How emotional healing gradually changed her relationship with anxiety
    • What happened when she stopped judging herself
    • How her relationships improved, including her relationship with her mother
    • The surprising path that led her from isolation to leadership

    One of the most powerful themes in this conversation is that social anxiety often isn't the real problem.

    Beneath it can be self-judgment, unresolved emotional pain, lack of self-trust, and difficulty accepting ourselves.

    As those deeper layers heal, confidence often emerges naturally.

    If you've struggled with social anxiety for years and wonder whether meaningful change is possible, I think you'll find Tiffany's story both inspiring and encouraging.

    Warm regards,

    Seb

    Social Anxiety Solutions

    Free Social Confidence Blueprint
    https://www.social-anxiety-solutions.com/social-confidence-blueprint/

    Private Coaching:
    https://www.social-anxiety-solutions.com/social-anxiety-coach/

  5. This Changed How I Use Tapping

    25 mei 2026 · 1 uur

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    What if the reason your anxiety keeps coming back isn't because you're thinking the "wrong thoughts"? Lees meer

    In this episode, Sebastiaan sits down with psychologist Steve Wells to talk about Intention Tapping, a variation of EFT tapping that has deeply influenced how Seb helps people with social anxiety.

    They explore why social anxiety often can't be "out-thought," why emotional attachment matters more than thoughts alone, and how tapping may help reduce the nervous system's perception of threat.

    You'll hear why anxiety can become linked to everyday social situations, why resisting anxiety often makes it stronger, and how Intention Tapping can help release the emotional charge underneath social anxiety symptoms.

    In this conversation, they cover:

    • Why logic alone often doesn't stop social anxiety
    • The difference between CBT and tapping
    • Why anxiety is not just a thought problem
    • How emotional attachment keeps anxiety active
    • Why social anxiety is often a protective response
    • How tapping can help calm the nervous system
    • Why small shifts matter more than people think
    • How tapping can support gentle real-life progress
    • What to do when tapping "doesn't work" right away
    • How setbacks can become breakthroughs

    They also discuss fear of judgment, blushing, physical anxiety symptoms, performance anxiety, upcoming social events, public speaking, podcasting, salsa dancing, and why forcing yourself to face your fears is not always the most effective path.

    If you've tried changing your thoughts, affirmations, mindset work, or pushing yourself through social situations but still get triggered, this episode will give you a different way to understand social anxiety and what may help it shift.

    Learn more from Steve Wells:
    https://intentiontapping.com
    https://eftdownunder.com

    Get Sebastiaan's free training:
    Overcome Social Anxiety Without Having To Force Yourself To Face Your Fears
    https://bit.ly/socialconfidencenow

    Want structured guidance applying tapping to social a…

  6. How to Meet New People Without Awkwardness (And Actually Enjoy It)

    4 mei 2026 · 48 min

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    Do you feel awkward or stuck when trying to talk to new people?
    You are not alone. Social anxiety can make simple interactions feel like a big deal.
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    In this episode

    I talk with Christoph Schiessl, someone who feels naturally at ease meeting strangers and building connections anywhere in the world. We explore how he approaches people without overthinking, why he expects positive interactions, and how his mindset makes socializing feel simple and even enjoyable.

    What you'll discover:
    🔹 How to start conversations without overthinking what to say
    🔹 Why most strangers are far less judgmental than you think
    🔹 How to feel more relaxed when meeting new people
    🔹 Why focusing on connection works better than trying to impress
    🔹 How to make friends naturally through simple interactions

    💡 Quote from Christoph: "When I meet someone, I'm fully there in that moment. That's what people feel."

    Start here:

    Free 7 Secrets to Social Confidence
    https://bit.ly/socialconfidencepodcast

    This short mini-course explains:
    • why social anxiety happens
    • why forcing exposure often backfires
    • how the fight-flight-freeze response creates anxiety symptoms
    • how tapping can help release the emotions and beliefs that trigger anxiety

    It's designed to help you understand what's actually driving social anxiety and give you a first experience with the tapping approach.

  7. How to Start Conversations and Make Friends Naturally

    27 april 2026 · 16 min

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    Do you want more connection, but still overthink what to say when meeting someone new?
    You are not alone. Social anxiety can make starting conversations feel much bigger than it is.
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    In this episode

    I talk with Teun Melis about how to start conversations in a low-pressure way, how to keep socializing light and natural, and how real friendships usually grow. We explore why curiosity works better than trying to impress, why repeated shared activities make connection easier, and why a little awkwardness is not a problem if you keep showing up.

    What you'll discover:
    🔹 A simple low-pressure way to start conversations
    🔹 Why curiosity works better than trying to be interesting
    🔹 How timing can matter more than saying the perfect thing
    🔹 How friendships grow naturally through shared interests and repeated contact
    🔹 Why a little awkwardness is normal and worth pushing through

    💡 Quote from Teun: "Just see it as a game, try out different things, and don't focus on the result."

    Start here:

    Free 7 Secrets to Social Confidence
    https://bit.ly/socialconfidencepodcast

    This short mini-course explains:
    • why social anxiety happens
    • why forcing exposure often backfires
    • how the fight-flight-freeze response creates anxiety symptoms
    • how tapping can help release the emotions and beliefs that trigger anxiety

    It's designed to help you understand what's actually driving social anxiety and give you a first experience with the tapping approach.

  8. How to Start Conversations and Make Friends Naturally

    27 april 2026 · 16 min

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    Do you want more connection, but still overthink what to say when meeting someone new?
    You are not alone. Social anxiety can make starting conversations feel much bigger than it is.
    Lees meer

    In this episode

    I talk with Teun Melis about how to start conversations in a low-pressure way, how to keep socializing light and natural, and how real friendships usually grow. We explore why curiosity works better than trying to impress, why repeated shared activities make connection easier, and why a little awkwardness is not a problem if you keep showing up.

    What you'll discover:
    🔹 A simple low-pressure way to start conversations
    🔹 Why curiosity works better than trying to be interesting
    🔹 How timing can matter more than saying the perfect thing
    🔹 How friendships grow naturally through shared interests and repeated contact
    🔹 Why a little awkwardness is normal and worth pushing through

    💡 Quote from Teun: "Just see it as a game, try out different things, and don't focus on the result."

    Start here:

    Free 7 Secrets to Social Confidence
    https://bit.ly/socialconfidencepodcast

    This short mini-course explains:
    • why social anxiety happens
    • why forcing exposure often backfires
    • how the fight-flight-freeze response creates anxiety symptoms
    • how tapping can help release the emotions and beliefs that trigger anxiety

    It's designed to help you understand what's actually driving social anxiety and give you a first experience with the tapping approach.

  9. How to Feel Safe Being Vulnerable in Relationships

    20 april 2026 · 35 min

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    Do you want deeper connection, but still hold back because getting hurt feels too risky?
    You are not alone. Social anxiety can make vulnerability feel unsafe, especially in relationships.
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    In this episode

    I talk with Dr. David Lake, psychotherapist and relationship expert, about why vulnerability feels so difficult, why fear of being hurt blocks true intimacy, and why social anxiety often magnifies the "I'm not good enough" belief. We also explore when vulnerability is helpful, when it is not, and how authentic feedback can help you feel safer being yourself.

    What you'll discover:
    🔹 Why fear of being hurt blocks true intimacy
    🔹 Why the "I'm not good enough" belief runs so deep
    🔹 How criticism and conditional love feed self-doubt
    🔹 Why vulnerability only works in the right context
    🔹 Why "good enough" is healthier than trying to be perfect

    💡 Quote from David: "It requires a lot of courage to be authentic and be your true self with another person."

    Start here:

    Free 7 Secrets to Social Confidence
    https://bit.ly/socialconfidencepodcast

    This short mini-course explains:
    • why social anxiety happens
    • why forcing exposure often backfires
    • how the fight-flight-freeze response creates anxiety symptoms
    • how tapping can help release the emotions and beliefs that trigger anxiety

    It's designed to help you understand what's actually driving social anxiety and give you a first experience with the tapping approach.

  10. Why Social Anxiety Still Feels Unsafe Even When You Know You're Safe

    13 april 2026 · 8 min

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    Do you ever know a situation is safe, but your body still reacts like it is not?
    You are not imagining it. Social anxiety often goes deeper than logic.
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    In this episode

    I talk with Gwyneth Moss about why social anxiety does not always respond to visualizations, thought work, or trying to push through it. We explore why your thinking mind and your deeper fear response can go in opposite directions, and how EFT can help the part of you that still feels unsafe begin to calm down.

    What you'll discover:
    🔹 Why logic alone often does not resolve social anxiety
    🔹 Why your body can still react even when you know you are safe
    🔹 What Gwyneth means by your "inner animal"
    🔹 How EFT helps calm the part of you that feels unsafe
    🔹 Why trying it works better than arguing about it

    💡 Quote from Gwyneth: "With social anxiety your animal brain is going, 'it's not safe, it's not safe,' and your thinking brain is trying to go, 'yes it is, it's ok,' but there is no trust and the two are going in opposite directions."

    Start here:

    Free 7 Secrets to Social Confidence
    https://bit.ly/socialconfidencepodcast

    This short mini-course explains:
    • why social anxiety happens
    • why forcing exposure often backfires
    • how the fight-flight-freeze response creates anxiety symptoms
    • how tapping can help release the emotions and beliefs that trigger anxiety

    It's designed to help you understand what's actually driving social anxiety and give you a first experience with the tapping approach.

  11. How Childhood Trauma Can Fuel Social Anxiety

    6 april 2026 · 1 uur

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    Do certain situations still trigger fear, shame, or panic even when you know you should be fine?
    You are not broken. Old trauma can keep social anxiety active for years.
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    In this episode

    I talk with Rehana Webster, EFT founding master and creator of the Trauma Buster Technique, about childhood trauma, severe trauma, and how one core incident can keep anxiety patterns going. We explore how tapping can help reduce the body's stress response, why getting to the root trauma matters, and what can change when the real issue is finally addressed.

    What you'll discover:
    🔹 Why unresolved trauma keeps getting triggered in social situations
    🔹 How to find the core incident behind a fear pattern
    🔹 How tapping can reduce the emotional intensity
    🔹 Why working around the problem can keep you stuck
    🔹 What becomes possible when the root issue is resolved

    💡 Quote from Rehana: "The only pain you experience is thinking about what the trauma is."

    Start here:

    Free 7 Secrets to Social Confidence
    https://bit.ly/socialconfidencepodcast

    This short mini-course explains:
    • why social anxiety happens
    • why forcing exposure often backfires
    • how the fight-flight-freeze response creates anxiety symptoms
    • how tapping can help release the emotions and beliefs that trigger anxiety

    It's designed to help you understand what's actually driving social anxiety and give you a first experience with the tapping approach.

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    About Seb

    Seb struggled with severe social anxiety himself for many years. Since 2009 he has helped people work through social anxiety using a calm, structured approach that combines psychology with EFT tapping.

    No forced exposure.
    No pressure to perform.
    No "just push yourself" advice.

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    Scientific research on EFT tapping

    https://eftuniverse.com/research-studies/
    https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36438382/
    https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fpsyg.2023.1195286/full

  12. I Thought This Would Make Me Confident… It Didn't

    28 maart 2026 · 10 min

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    Do you feel confident in some situations… but suddenly freeze in others? Lees meer

    Like you're fine one-on-one, but put you in a group, around someone you like or in a specific setting… and everything changes?

    In this episode, I'll show you why that happens, and what's really going on beneath it.

    It's not random.
    And it's not because something is wrong with you.

    You'll learn how certain situations activate old emotional patterns, and how to start working through them in a way that actually feels manageable.

    Start here:

    Free 7 Secrets to Social Confidence
    https://bit.ly/socialconfidencenow

    This short mini-course explains:
    • why social anxiety happens
    • why forcing exposure often backfires
    • how the fight-flight-freeze response creates anxiety symptoms
    • how tapping can help release the emotions and beliefs that trigger anxiety

    It's designed to help you understand what's actually driving social anxiety and give you a first experience with the tapping approach.

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    If you'd like practical tools you can start using right away:

    Fast Social Anxiety Relief
    https://www.social-anxiety-solutions.com/fast-social-anxiety-relief/

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    About Seb

    Seb struggled with severe social anxiety himself for many years. Since 2009 he has helped people work through social anxiety using a calm, structured approach that combines psychology with EFT tapping.

    No forced exposure.
    No pressure to perform.
    No "just push yourself" advice.

    --------------------------------------------------

    Scientific research on EFT tapping

    https://eftuniverse.com/research-studies/
    https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36438382/
    https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fpsyg.2023.1195286/full

  13. Your Teenage Identity Is Ruining Your Social Life

    16 maart 2026 · 11 min

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    Do you still feel insecure, awkward, or self-conscious in social situations, even though you're no longer that teenager? Lees meer

    In this episode, Sebastiaan explains how social anxiety can be tied to identities formed during puberty, like feeling like the outsider, the weak one, or the one who doesn't fit in.

    Start here:

    Free 7 Secrets to Social Confidence
    https://bit.ly/socialconfidencenow

    This short mini-course explains:
    • why social anxiety happens
    • why forcing exposure often backfires
    • how the fight-flight-freeze response creates anxiety symptoms
    • how tapping can help release the emotions and beliefs that trigger anxiety

    It's designed to help you understand what's actually driving social anxiety and give you a first experience with the tapping approach.

    --------------------------------------------------

    If you'd like practical tools you can start using right away:

    Fast Social Anxiety Relief
    https://www.social-anxiety-solutions.com/fast-social-anxiety-relief/

    --------------------------------------------------

    About Seb

    Seb struggled with severe social anxiety himself for many years. Since 2009 he has helped people work through social anxiety using a calm, structured approach that combines psychology with EFT tapping.

    No forced exposure.
    No pressure to perform.
    No "just push yourself" advice.

    --------------------------------------------------

    Scientific research on EFT tapping

    https://eftuniverse.com/research-studies/
    https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36438382/
    https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fpsyg.2023.1195286/full

  14. When Social Anxiety Starts to Shift — Real Member Stories

    3 maart 2026 · 7 min

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    In this episode, you'll hear a Club member, Tapani, describe: Lees meer

    • Panic attacks fading
    • Baseline anxiety dropping from a nine to a three
    • Triggers losing their grip
    • Overthinking decreasing
    • Feeling more like themselves again

    These weren't dramatic breakthroughs.

    They were small shifts, repeated week after week.

    Social anxiety doesn't disappear overnight.
    It gradually loses intensity and stays gone longer.

    If you're wondering whether change like this is possible for you, this episode gives you a grounded picture of what that path actually looks like.

    Start with our free 7 Secrets To Social Confidence here

  15. Does Social Anxiety Change Last? A Real 4-Year Follow-Up

    23 februari 2026 · 34 min

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    Four years ago, I interviewed Tapani after he had already made significant progress with his social anxiety. His lifelong blushing had reduced dramatically. Life was opening up in ways that once felt impossible. Lees meer

    Recently, he shared in our community that the last time he felt more than a little anxious was months ago. His anxiety barely bothers him anymore. And he described learning not just how to deal with social anxiety, but how to approach life differently.

    That made me curious.

    So we recorded this follow-up conversation to explore what actually holds up over time.

    What does long-term change from social anxiety really feel like?

    Not dramatic confidence.
    Not becoming a different personality.
    Not turning into the most charismatic person in the room.

    Instead:

    • Anxiety dropping from an 8 or 9 to mild physical tension
    • Blushing no longer dominating daily life
    • Social situations feeling ordinary again
    • Strangers no longer registering as threats
    • Relief that continues to deepen quietly

    If you've ever wondered:

    "Does this actually last?"
    "What if I improve… and then it fades?"
    "Is this realistic for someone like me?"

    This episode is for you.

    We talk about:

    • Fear of blushing and reputation anxiety
    • Anticipatory anxiety and how it changes
    • Why pushing anxiety away makes it worse
    • Acceptance and nervous system regulation
    • Why progress compounds gradually
    • What "feeling normal" really means

    This isn't a story about instant transformation.

    It's an honest look at how social anxiety can loosen its grip over time, and what life feels like when your system gradually updates instead of being forced.

    If you're considering whether this path might fit you, you'll find more details here.

    Take your time.
    Move when it feels right.

  16. What the Social Confidence Club Is (And Isn't)

    2 februari 2026 · 13 min

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    Enrollment for the Social Confidence Club is currently open.
    If you'd like to see how it works and whether it's a fit, you can start here:
    👉 https://bit.ly/socialconfidenceclub
    Enrollment closes March 3.
    Lees meer

    The Social Confidence Club opens for registration the last week of February. After that, we close the doors for a year to fully focus on the group. All practical details (structure, schedule, testimonials) are on this page.

    You can also watch video testimonials from former Social Confidence Club members here.

    This episode gives a clear, calm explanation of what the Social Confidence Club is and what it isn't.

    If you've lived with social anxiety for years and have tried things like therapy, exposure, CBT, or tapping, you may have had some relief that didn't last. This video explains why that happens and how a different, nervous-system-based approach can support more stable change over time.

    In this orientation, I explain:

    • what makes the Social Confidence Club different from courses or quick fixes
    • why social anxiety isn't a logic problem, but a nervous system issue
    • how gradual change happens without forcing, rushing, or exposure pressure
    • what participation actually looks like, including anonymity and replays
    • who this approach is and isn't a fit for

    This episode will help you understand the approach and decide calmly whether it makes sense for you.

    Do you feel awkward in social situations? Do you struggle to be yourself around others?

    And do you fear being judged, being seen anxious, and embarrassing yourself?

    You're not alone.

    I've been there. It sucks. Big time.

    But there's hope. I've been fortunate enough to overcome my Social Anxiety...

    ... and I've helped hundreds of socially anxious clients overcome their struggles too.

    Thankfully, there's a gentle, powerful, and effective solution to beat it.

    It won't happen overnight, but with certain techniques and strategies, you can reduce your Social Anxiety quickly.

    And with persistence, you can …

  17. The Subtle Signs Your Social Anxiety Is Actually Shifting

    19 januari 2026 · 14 min

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    Enrollment for the Social Confidence Club is currently open.
    If you'd like to see how it works and whether it's a fit, you can start here:
    👉 https://bit.ly/socialconfidenceclub
    Enrollment closes March 3.
    Lees meer

    Tapping for social anxiety but not sure if it's actually working?
    This video will help you understand what real progress looks like.

    In this episode, I explain:

    - The early signs that tapping is helping, even if your anxiety isn't gone
    - Why feeling calmer, lighter, or less tense matters
    - How social anxiety slowly fades over time

    Social anxiety doesn't disappear overnight.
    It gradually becomes less intense, passes faster, and shows up less often.

    If you're just starting out and wondering whether you're on the right track, this video will give you clarity. Go check it out!

    Do you feel awkward in social situations? Do you struggle to be yourself around others?

    And do you fear being judged, being seen anxious, and embarrassing yourself?

    You're not alone.

    I've been there. It sucks. Big time.

    But there's hope. I've been fortunate enough to overcome my Social Anxiety...

    ... and I've helped hundreds of socially anxious clients overcome their struggles too.

    Thankfully, there's a gentle, powerful, and effective solution to beat it.

    It won't happen overnight, but with certain techniques and strategies, you can reduce your Social Anxiety quickly.

    And with persistence, you can become completely anxiety-free.

    Without needing to force yourself to awkwardly face your fears.

    Ready to get started on your journey to Social Confidence?

    Here are your first steps:

    1.) Follow this Podcast and always get the latest episodes!

    2.) Go to https://bit.ly/socialconfidencepodcast and receive access to a short transformational video to reduce your anxiety immediately. AND you'll also get my FREE "7 Secrets to Social Confidence" Mini Course.

    3.) Let's connect!

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    All the best on your journey …

  18. How progress with social anxiety actually unfolds

    29 december 2025 · 6 min

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    🚨 BIG NEWS! 🚨 Lees meer

    We're excited to announce that the FREE 30-Day Social Confidence Challenge starts on January 1st, 2026! 🥳🙌🔥

    Ready to reduce social anxiety from the comfort of your home—for FREE? Here's how:
    ✅ Powerful Guided Tapping to release fear, shame, and insecurity ✅ Learn the psychology of social anxiety and discover the 5 stages to social confidence
    ✅ Boost your self-esteem and feel calm and relaxed in social situations

    In just 30 days, you'll feel less anxious and more confident! Join thousands of others on the #JourneyToSocialConfidence!

    🔗 Sign up now: https://bit.ly/socialconfidencechallenge

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    www.social-anxiety-solutions.com

    Recommended Playlists:

    30 Day Social Confidence Challenge Testimonial: "This Simplifies My Journey To Social Ease"
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QkaOaCSG3E8&t=0s

    30 Day Social Confidence Challenge Testimonial: "This gave me an answer to what I am going through"
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C3S5RjhuQb4&t=0s

    Powerful Video Testimonial About Overcoming Social Anxiety |🌈
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XVJ6CDgAucs&t=0s

    "I See Myself In A Completely Different Way" - 30 Day Social Confidence Challenge 2021 |🌈
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    Worried that EFT tapping won't work for you? Watch this!
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    🤓 Scientific Evidence Research Links:
    https://eftuniverse.com/research-studies/
    https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36438382/
    https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/psychology/articles/10.3389/fpsyg.2023.1195286/full

    ------- Do you feel #awkward socially? Struggle to be yourself around others?

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    You're not alone.

    I've been there. It sucks. Big time.

    But there is great #hope. I've been fortunate enough to overcome it (thanks to a powerful, #scientificallyproven Emotional Release Technique, and the help of some brilliant #therapists)…

    … and I've helped hundreds of #so…

  19. Do You Have to Keep Tapping Forever to Stop Social Anxiety?

    12 december 2025 · 4 min

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    In this episode... Lees meer

    I explain why tapping reduces social anxiety like a volume knob (not a light switch), and why new situations can briefly trigger anxiety again even after big progress.

    You'll also hear a quick story from my own experience with social dancing.

    If you want to learn this step-by-step, I'll be running a free challenge soon.
    Stay tuned.

    Do you feel awkward in social situations? Do you struggle to be yourself around others?

    And do you fear being judged, being seen anxious, and embarrassing yourself?

    You're not alone.

    I've been there. It sucks. Big time.

    But there's hope. I've been fortunate enough to overcome my Social Anxiety...

    ... and I've helped hundreds of socially anxious clients overcome their struggles too.

    Thankfully, there's a gentle, powerful, and effective solution to beat it.

    It won't happen overnight, but with certain techniques and strategies, you can reduce your Social Anxiety quickly.

    And with persistence, you can become completely anxiety-free.

    Without needing to force yourself to awkwardly face your fears.

    Ready to get started on your journey to Social Confidence?

    Here are your first steps:

    1.) Follow this Podcast and always get the latest episodes!

    2.) Go to https://bit.ly/socialconfidencepodcast and receive access to a short transformational video to reduce your anxiety immediately. AND you'll also get my FREE "7 Secrets to Social Confidence" Mini Course.

    3.) Let's connect!

    ● SUBSCRIBE to my YouTube channel

    ● Facebook

    ● Instagram

    ● X

    ● TikTok

    ● LinkedIn

    All the best on your journey to effortless social ease. 💪

    Warm regards,
    Seb

  20. 3 Strategic Times To Tap To Reduce Social Anxiety

    28 november 2025 · 16 min

    Afspelen
    In this episode... Lees meer

    You'll learn when to tap and how to tap to reduce social anxiety gradually over time in a simple and gentle way.

    You'll also understand why this works, how tapping helps rewire your nervous system, and what to do if you can't feel any feelings when you try to tap.

    Want to go further?
    Start your journey to social confidence with my free mini-course:

    The 7 Secrets To Social Confidence
    https://bit.ly/socialconfidencenow

    Do you feel awkward in social situations? Do you struggle to be yourself around others?

    And do you fear being judged, being seen anxious, and embarrassing yourself?

    You're not alone.

    I've been there. It sucks. Big time.

    But there's hope. I've been fortunate enough to overcome my Social Anxiety...

    ... and I've helped hundreds of socially anxious clients overcome their struggles too.

    Thankfully, there's a gentle, powerful, and effective solution to beat it.

    It won't happen overnight, but with certain techniques and strategies, you can reduce your Social Anxiety quickly.

    And with persistence, you can become completely anxiety-free.

    Without needing to force yourself to awkwardly face your fears.

    Ready to get started on your journey to Social Confidence?

    Here are your first steps:

    1.) Follow this Podcast and always get the latest episodes!

    2.) Go to https://bit.ly/socialconfidencepodcast and receive access to a short transformational video to reduce your anxiety immediately. AND you'll also get my FREE "7 Secrets to Social Confidence" Mini Course.

    3.) Let's connect!

    ● SUBSCRIBE to my YouTube channel

    ● Facebook

    ● Instagram

    ● X

    ● TikTok

    ● LinkedIn

    All the best on your journey to effortless social ease. 💪

    Warm regards,
    Seb

  21. Complete Freedom from Social Anxiety… Possible?

    14 november 2025 · 18 min

    Afspelen
    Believing you should never feel anxiety again is the very thing that fuels your anxiety. Lees meer

    In this episode...

    I explain what real freedom looks like, why acceptance is essential, and how to stop the perfectionistic trap that keeps people stuck.

    You'll learn:
    • Why anxiety sometimes comes back
    • How acceptance stops the anxiety spiral
    • How to expand your comfort zone with ARTX

    If you want to start overcoming social anxiety step by step, start here: https://bit.ly/socialconfidencenow

    Do you feel awkward in social situations? Do you struggle to be yourself around others?

    And do you fear being judged, being seen anxious, and embarrassing yourself?

    You're not alone.

    I've been there. It sucks. Big time.

    But there's hope. I've been fortunate enough to overcome my Social Anxiety...

    ... and I've helped hundreds of socially anxious clients overcome their struggles too.

    Thankfully, there's a gentle, powerful, and effective solution to beat it.

    It won't happen overnight, but with certain techniques and strategies, you can reduce your Social Anxiety quickly.

    And with persistence, you can become completely anxiety-free.

    Without needing to force yourself to awkwardly face your fears.

    Ready to get started on your journey to Social Confidence?

    Here are your first steps:

    1.) Follow this Podcast and always get the latest episodes!

    2.) Go to https://bit.ly/socialconfidencepodcast and receive access to a short transformational video to reduce your anxiety immediately. AND you'll also get my FREE "7 Secrets to Social Confidence" Mini Course.

    3.) Let's connect!

    ● SUBSCRIBE to my YouTube channel

    ● Facebook

    ● Instagram

    ● X

    ● TikTok

    ● LinkedIn

    All the best on your journey to effortless social ease. 💪

    Warm regards,
    Seb

  22. Too Busy To Work on Your Social Anxiety? Listen to This.

    6 november 2025 · 14 min

    Afspelen
    If you keep telling yourself, 'I'll work on my anxiety when I have "more time", this is for you. Lees meer

    In this episode...

    Most people with social anxiety do want change, but they feel like it's not the "right time" yet.

    If you've ever thought:

    "I'm too busy to tap, I don't have time right now."

    "I'll fix this later when things slow down."

    "I just don't have the energy and space for this right now…"

    …then this episode will help shift your mindset.

    I'll share:

    ✅ Why lack of time isn't the real problem
    ✅ How subconscious resistance disguises itself as procrastination
    ✅ A quick tapping sequence to break through that resistance, even if you feel overwhelmed
    ✅ Why short, guided, self-paced sessions can free up more energy than they take

    You don't need hours. You just need a different approach.

    🎁 Want a quick way to start?

    Grab my free mini course, The 7 Secrets to Social Confidence.

    It's completely self-paced and includes short, guided tapping exercises that you can easily follow on your own time. They'll help you regain hope and start feeling that change is actually possible.

    👉 Start here now: bit.ly/socialconfidencepodcast

    "I've had anxiety for 20 years… I'm at the stage I can't go anywhere… Thank you for showing me the videos." – V

    Do you feel awkward in social situations? Do you struggle to be yourself around others?

    And do you fear being judged, being seen anxious, and embarrassing yourself?

    You're not alone.

    I've been there. It sucks. Big time.

    But there's hope. I've been fortunate enough to overcome my Social Anxiety...

    ... and I've helped hundreds of socially anxious clients overcome their struggles too.

    Thankfully, there's a gentle, powerful, and effective solution to beat it.

    It won't happen overnight, but with certain techniques and strategies, you can reduce your Social Anxiety quickly.

    And with persistence, you can become completely anxiety-free.

    Without needing to force yourself to awkwardly face your fears.

    Ready to get started on your …

  23. Why CBT Didn't Work for Me — And What Finally Did

    30 oktober 2025 · 17 min

    Afspelen
    Tried CBT, exposure therapy, affirmations — and still anxious?
    You're not alone. I spent years trying to "change my thoughts" and "face my fears," only to make minimal progress.
    Lees meer

    In this episode...

    I share the full story of how I went from crippling social anxiety to calm confidence — without forcing myself into scary situations or endlessly challenging my thinking.

    You'll hear:

    Why traditional methods like CBT helped intellectually but didn't shift my emotional reactions

    The missing piece that finally created real relief

    The specific method I used to dissolve anxiety at the root

    How you can start experiencing relief — even if everything else has failed

    🎁 Free Mini Course: The 7 Secrets to Social Confidence
    👉 https://bit.ly/socialconfidencepodcast
    Learn how you can start feeling calmer in social situations — even before you "fix your thinking."

    Do you feel awkward in social situations? Do you struggle to be yourself around others?

    And do you fear being judged, being seen anxious, and embarrassing yourself?

    You're not alone.

    I've been there. It sucks. Big time.

    But there's hope. I've been fortunate enough to overcome my Social Anxiety...

    ... and I've helped hundreds of socially anxious clients overcome their struggles too.

    Thankfully, there's a gentle, powerful, and effective solution to beat it.

    It won't happen overnight, but with certain techniques and strategies, you can reduce your Social Anxiety quickly.

    And with persistence, you can become completely anxiety-free.

    Without needing to force yourself to awkwardly face your fears.

    Ready to get started on your journey to Social Confidence?

    Here are your first steps:

    1.) Follow this Podcast and always get the latest episodes!

    2.) Go to https://bit.ly/socialconfidencepodcast and receive access to a short transformational video to reduce your anxiety immediately. AND you'll also get my FREE "7 Secrets to Social Confidence" Mini Course.

    3.) Let's connect!

    ● SUBSCRIBE to my YouTube channel

    ● Face…

  24. The Night I Thought I'd Never Overcome This

    24 oktober 2025 · 13 min

    Afspelen
    In this episode... Lees meer

    Social anxiety can feel more intense even after years of progress.

    I share a personal story of a tough setback and how I handled it without forcing scary exposures. You'll learn:

    ✅ How a new trigger can show up even after feeling like you've come so far
    ✅ How I used EFT tapping to reduce the perception of threat
    ✅ How to track progress by intensity, duration, and frequency.

    Triggers can be worked through. Persistence wins.

    Start building hope now with the free 7 Secrets to Social
    Confidence: https://bit.ly/socialconfidencenow

    Do you feel awkward in social situations? Do you struggle to be yourself around others?

    And do you fear being judged, being seen anxious, and embarrassing yourself?

    You're not alone.

    I've been there. It sucks. Big time.

    But there's hope. I've been fortunate enough to overcome my Social Anxiety...

    ... and I've helped hundreds of socially anxious clients overcome their struggles too.

    Thankfully, there's a gentle, powerful, and effective solution to beat it.

    It won't happen overnight, but with certain techniques and strategies, you can reduce your Social Anxiety quickly.

    And with persistence, you can become completely anxiety-free.

    Without needing to force yourself to awkwardly face your fears.

    Ready to get started on your journey to Social Confidence?

    Here are your first steps:

    1.) Follow this Podcast and always get the latest episodes!

    2.) Go to https://bit.ly/socialconfidencepodcast and receive access to a short transformational video to reduce your anxiety immediately. AND you'll also get my FREE "7 Secrets to Social Confidence" Mini Course.

    3.) Let's connect!

    ● SUBSCRIBE to my YouTube channel

    ● Facebook

    ● Instagram

    ● X

    ● TikTok

    ● LinkedIn

    All the best on your journey to effortless social ease. 💪

    Warm regards,
    Seb

  25. Replay: Live EFT Coaching: Release the Fear of Blushing (Tap-Along)

    16 oktober 2025 · 39 min

    Afspelen
    Blushing can feel like exposure. I lived it for years. Lees meer

    In this episode...

    I guide a live tap-along session on blushing social anxiety. We focus on the fear of shame and rejection underneath the redness so your body can feel calmer and safer. I also share how I handled blushing myself and why releasing fear comes before fixing symptoms. No forced exposure. Practical EFT you can use today with the ARTX approach.

    You'll discover:

    ✅ Why fear of shame keeps blushing and social anxiety stuck

    ✅ How acceptance lowers reactivity and builds resilience

    ✅ Tap-along phrasing to ease fear in the moment

    ✅ A simple frame for setbacks so progress continues

    Tap along to build tolerance for uncomfortable feelings and more ease in social situations.

    Start your journey here:
    🎁 Free Mini Course: The 7 Secrets to Social Confidence
    👉 https://bit.ly/socialconfidencenow

    Do you feel awkward in social situations? Do you struggle to be yourself around others?

    And do you fear being judged, being seen anxious, and embarrassing yourself?

    You're not alone.

    I've been there. It sucks. Big time.

    But there's hope. I've been fortunate enough to overcome my Social Anxiety...

    ... and I've helped hundreds of socially anxious clients overcome their struggles too.

    Thankfully, there's a gentle, powerful, and effective solution to beat it.

    It won't happen overnight, but with certain techniques and strategies, you can reduce your Social Anxiety quickly.

    And with persistence, you can become completely anxiety-free.

    Without needing to force yourself to awkwardly face your fears.

    Ready to get started on your journey to Social Confidence?

    Here are your first steps:

    1.) Follow this Podcast and always get the latest episodes!

    2.) Go to https://bit.ly/socialconfidencepodcast and receive access to a short transformational video to reduce your anxiety immediately. AND you'll also get my FREE "7 Secrets to Social Confidence" Mini Course.

    3.) Let's connect!

    ● SUBSCRIBE to my YouTube channel

    ● Fa…

  26. Your Social Anxiety Came Back?

    9 oktober 2025 · 10 min

    Afspelen
    Think your social anxiety came back after making progress? You're not alone, and it doesn't mean you failed. Lees meer

    In this episode...

    You'll hear how my client "Karl" went from years of anxiety at jiu-jitsu to feeling calm, confident, and social - and what happened when his anxiety "returned" later.

    He thought nothing worked.
    In truth, something deeper was ready to heal.

    You'll learn:
    ✅ Why progress isn't linear
    ✅ What's really happening when you get triggered "again"
    ✅ How acceptance accelerates healing

    Karl's story proves that with steady commitment, real change is possible.

    Start your journey here:
    🎁 Free Mini Course: The 7 Secrets to Social Confidence
    👉 https://bit.ly/socialconfidencenow

    Do you feel awkward in social situations? Do you struggle to be yourself around others?

    And do you fear being judged, being seen anxious, and embarrassing yourself?

    You're not alone.

    I've been there. It sucks. Big time.

    But there's hope. I've been fortunate enough to overcome my Social Anxiety...

    ... and I've helped hundreds of socially anxious clients overcome their struggles too.

    Thankfully, there's a gentle, powerful, and effective solution to beat it.

    It won't happen overnight, but with certain techniques and strategies, you can reduce your Social Anxiety quickly.

    And with persistence, you can become completely anxiety-free.

    Without needing to force yourself to awkwardly face your fears.

    Ready to get started on your journey to Social Confidence?

    Here are your first steps:

    1.) Follow this Podcast and always get the latest episodes!

    2.) Go to https://bit.ly/socialconfidencepodcast and receive access to a short transformational video to reduce your anxiety immediately. AND you'll also get my FREE "7 Secrets to Social Confidence" Mini Course.

    3.) Let's connect!

    ● SUBSCRIBE to my YouTube channel

    ● Facebook

    ● Instagram

    ● X

    ● TikTok

    ● LinkedIn

    All the best on your journey to effortless social ease. 💪

    Warm regards,
    Seb

  27. How to Face Social Anxiety Without Forcing Yourself

    2 oktober 2025 · 13 min

    Afspelen
    Avoiding social situations because they feel overwhelming? You are not broken. There is a safer way to take action. Lees meer

    In this episode...

    I show how to stop shrinking your life and start building social ease with gentle at-home tapping and non-scary exposure. You will learn how to reduce fear first, then take small steps that create real-world wins.

    What you'll discover:
    🔹 Why avoidance shrinks your world and keeps anxiety stuck
    🔹 How to tap on resistance before any practice
    🔹 A simple plan: lower the fear at home, then test it in real life
    🔹 The "this is who I am" myth and how to change it
    🔹 How progress works: intensity, frequency, and duration go down over time

    🎁 Free Mini Course: The 7 Secrets to Social Confidence
    👉 bit.ly/socialconfidencepodcast

    Do you feel awkward in social situations? Do you struggle to be yourself around others?

    And do you fear being judged, being seen anxious, and embarrassing yourself?

    You're not alone.

    I've been there. It sucks. Big time.

    But there's hope. I've been fortunate enough to overcome my Social Anxiety...

    ... and I've helped hundreds of socially anxious clients overcome their struggles too.

    Thankfully, there's a gentle, powerful, and effective solution to beat it.

    It won't happen overnight, but with certain techniques and strategies, you can reduce your Social Anxiety quickly.

    And with persistence, you can become completely anxiety-free.

    Without needing to force yourself to awkwardly face your fears.

    Ready to get started on your journey to Social Confidence?

    Here are your first steps:

    1.) Follow this Podcast and always get the latest episodes!

    2.) Go to https://bit.ly/socialconfidencepodcast and receive access to a short transformational video to reduce your anxiety immediately. AND you'll also get my FREE "7 Secrets to Social Confidence" Mini Course.

    3.) Let's connect!

    ● SUBSCRIBE to my YouTube channel

    ● Facebook

    ● Instagram

    ● X

    ● TikTok

    ● LinkedIn

    All the best on your journey to effortless social ease. …

  28. Healthy Boundaries and Emotional Strength for Social Anxiety Relief (with Dr. David Lake)

    25 september 2025 · 1 uur 12 min

    Afspelen
    Are you saying yes when you want to say no? Struggling with people-pleasing and feeling unsafe in social situations?
    You are not alone. Weak boundaries keep social anxiety in place.
    Lees meer

    In this episode...

    I talk with Dr. David Lake, medical practitioner and psychotherapist, about building inner security, setting clear boundaries, and using tapping to calm fear, anxiety, and old emotional hurt. We cover what healthy boundaries look like in real life, how to say no without guilt, and simple ways to use EFT in everyday situations. You will also hear when one-to-one therapy adds power and how to start strengthening your limits today.

    What you'll discover:
    🔹 Why clear boundaries reduce social anxiety
    🔹 How emotional strength makes social situations feel safer
    🔹 Practical ways to use EFT to handle fear and old hurt
    🔹 When to seek face to face support and why it helps
    🔹 First steps to set limits without guilt

    💡 Quote from Dr. Lake: "It is life-changing. The results are very compelling."

    🎁 Free Mini Course: The 7 Secrets to Social Confidence

    👉 bit.ly/socialconfidencepodcast

    Do you feel awkward in social situations? Do you struggle to be yourself around others?

    And do you fear being judged, being seen anxious, and embarrassing yourself?

    You're not alone.

    I've been there. It sucks. Big time.

    But there's hope. I've been fortunate enough to overcome my Social Anxiety...

    ... and I've helped hundreds of socially anxious clients overcome their struggles too.

    Thankfully, there's a gentle, powerful, and effective solution to beat it.

    It won't happen overnight, but with certain techniques and strategies, you can reduce your Social Anxiety quickly.

    And with persistence, you can become completely anxiety-free.

    Without needing to force yourself to awkwardly face your fears.

    Ready to get started on your journey to Social Confidence?

    Here are your first steps:

    1.) Follow this Podcast and always get the latest episodes!

    2.) Go to https://bit.ly/socialconfidencepodcast and …

  29. From Social Anxiety to Social Ease, One Step at a Time

    18 september 2025 · 7 min

    Afspelen
    Feeling stuck or demotivated? Lees meer

    In this episode...

    I share a simple way to make real progress with social anxiety. We keep it small and doable with short daily tapping sessions (start with 15 minutes a day) that build momentum. I show what to do when you do not feel like tapping: tap on the resistance first. You will hear practical examples you can try today, like loosening old beliefs, easing the emotion on tough memories, and testing old triggers again when you feel ready. No pressure. No perfection. Just steady steps toward feeling more at ease being yourself. Take one step today.

    🎁 Free Mini Course: The 7 Secrets to Social Confidence
    👉 bit.ly/socialconfidencepodcast

    Do you feel awkward in social situations? Do you struggle to be yourself around others?

    And do you fear being judged, being seen anxious, and embarrassing yourself?

    You're not alone.

    I've been there. It sucks. Big time.

    But there's hope. I've been fortunate enough to overcome my Social Anxiety...

    ... and I've helped hundreds of socially anxious clients overcome their struggles too.

    Thankfully, there's a gentle, powerful, and effective solution to beat it.

    It won't happen overnight, but with certain techniques and strategies, you can reduce your Social Anxiety quickly.

    And with persistence, you can become completely anxiety-free.

    Without needing to force yourself to awkwardly face your fears.

    Ready to get started on your journey to Social Confidence?

    Here are your first steps:

    1.) Follow this Podcast and always get the latest episodes!

    2.) Go to https://bit.ly/socialconfidencepodcast and receive access to a short transformational video to reduce your anxiety immediately. AND you'll also get my FREE "7 Secrets to Social Confidence" Mini Course.

    3.) Let's connect!

    ● SUBSCRIBE to my YouTube channel

    ● Facebook

    ● Instagram

    ● X

    ● TikTok

    ● LinkedIn

    All the best on your journey to effortless social ease. 💪

    Warm regards,
    Seb

  30. Licensed Therapist Reveals Little-Known Social Anxiety Hacks

    12 september 2025 · 48 min

    Afspelen
    😰 Still anxious after CBT, exposure, or affirmations? You are not broken. You may be missing a few little-known social anxiety hacks that calm the nervous system and remove inner blocks. Lees meer

    In this episode...

    I talk with Greg Carpenter, licensed marriage and family therapist and intention tapping trainer. We dig into intention tapping, how it pairs with EFT tapping, and how sound therapy and neurotech can help you regulate quickly and gently.

    You will learn:

    What intention tapping is, and how it differs from EFT

    Simple statements that release emotional attachments and reduce resistance

    How to combine EFT and intention tapping for faster shifts

    Sound therapy basics, drum circles, singing bowls, flutes, and a short guided journey

    Nervous system tools that help in real life, including Apollo wearable, AVE goggles like DAVID Delight, and PEMF headbands like Neorhythm

    Resources:

    Intention Tapping training: intentiontapping.com

    Greg's music and sound baths: gregcarpenter.bandcamp.com

    Greg's YouTube: youtube.com/@GregCarpenter

    Greg's blog: gcarpenter.net

    🎁 Free Mini Course: The 7 Secrets to Social Confidence
    👉 bit.ly/socialconfidencepodcast

    Do you feel awkward in social situations? Do you struggle to be yourself around others?

    And do you fear being judged, being seen anxious, and embarrassing yourself?

    You're not alone.

    I've been there. It sucks. Big time.

    But there's hope. I've been fortunate enough to overcome my Social Anxiety...

    ... and I've helped hundreds of socially anxious clients overcome their struggles too.

    Thankfully, there's a gentle, powerful, and effective solution to beat it.

    It won't happen overnight, but with certain techniques and strategies, you can reduce your Social Anxiety quickly.

    And with persistence, you can become completely anxiety-free.

    Without needing to force yourself to awkwardly face your fears.

    Ready to get started on your journey to Social Confidence?

    Here are your first steps:

    1.) Follow this Podcast and always g…

  31. Think You're Not Good Enough? How to Finally Respect Yourself

    4 september 2025 · 1 uur 6 min

    Afspelen
    Are you stuck in self-doubt, always worrying you're not good enough?
    You're not alone. Low self-respect is one of the hidden drivers of social anxiety.
    Lees meer

    In this episode...

    EFT Master Andy Bryce explains how painful past experiences shape your self-image and what it really takes to build lasting self-respect. You'll learn how to stop people-pleasing, release shame, and finally create the kind of self-respect that makes social situations feel safe and natural.

    What you'll discover:
    🔹 Why self-respect matters more than self-esteem
    🔹 How childhood memories fuel self-doubt today
    🔹 The trap of confusing confidence with arrogance
    🔹 Practical steps to build self-respect that lasts

    💡 Quote from Andy: "No one can love you more than you love yourself. And no one can respect you more than you respect yourself."

    🎁 Free Mini Course: The 7 Secrets to Social Confidence
    👉 https://bit.ly/socialconfidencepodcast

    Do you feel awkward in social situations? Do you struggle to be yourself around others?

    And do you fear being judged, being seen anxious, and embarrassing yourself?

    You're not alone.

    I've been there. It sucks. Big time.

    But there's hope. I've been fortunate enough to overcome my Social Anxiety...

    ... and I've helped hundreds of socially anxious clients overcome their struggles too.

    Thankfully, there's a gentle, powerful, and effective solution to beat it.

    It won't happen overnight, but with certain techniques and strategies, you can reduce your Social Anxiety quickly.

    And with persistence, you can become completely anxiety-free.

    Without needing to force yourself to awkwardly face your fears.

    Ready to get started on your journey to Social Confidence?

    Here are your first steps:

    1.) Follow this Podcast and always get the latest episodes!

    2.) Go to https://bit.ly/socialconfidencepodcast and receive access to a short transformational video to reduce your anxiety immediately. AND you'll also get my FREE "7 Secrets to Social Confidence" Mini Course.

    3.) Let's conn…

  32. Reduce Fear of Rejection Fast (Guided Tapping Exercise)

    29 augustus 2025 · 17 min

    Afspelen
    In this episode... Lees meer

    Do you constantly worry about being rejected? Feel anxious when people ignore you, disapprove, or don't respond the way you hoped?

    I guide you through a powerful EFT tapping session to reduce your fear of rejection fast. You'll learn how this fear gets wired into your system, how it stems from painful past experiences, and why it keeps showing up even when you logically know you're safe.

    I also show you how tapping on the right targets can bring emotional relief in minutes and help you feel more calm, safe, and grounded in social situations.

    You don't need to push through your fear. There is a better way, and it starts here.

    🎁 Free Mini Course: The 7 Secrets to Social Confidence
    👉 https://bit.ly/socialconfidencepodcast

    Do you feel awkward in social situations? Do you struggle to be yourself around others?

    And do you fear being judged, being seen anxious, and embarrassing yourself?

    You're not alone.

    I've been there. It sucks. Big time.

    But there's hope. I've been fortunate enough to overcome my Social Anxiety...

    ... and I've helped hundreds of socially anxious clients overcome their struggles too.

    Thankfully, there's a gentle, powerful, and effective solution to beat it.

    It won't happen overnight, but with certain techniques and strategies, you can reduce your Social Anxiety quickly.

    And with persistence, you can become completely anxiety-free.

    Without needing to force yourself to awkwardly face your fears.

    Ready to get started on your journey to Social Confidence?

    Here are your first steps:

    1.) Follow this Podcast and always get the latest episodes!

    2.) Go to https://bit.ly/socialconfidencepodcast and receive access to a short transformational video to reduce your anxiety immediately. AND you'll also get my FREE "7 Secrets to Social Confidence" Mini Course.

    3.) Let's connect!

    ● SUBSCRIBE to my YouTube channel

    ● Facebook

    ● Instagram

    ● X

    ● TikTok

    ● LinkedIn

    All the best on your journey to effortless social ease. 💪

    Warm r…

  33. Afraid of Being Judged? Here's the Real Reason Why

    21 augustus 2025 · 10 min

    Afspelen
    In this episode... Lees meer

    Are you afraid of what other people think of you? Worried they'll judge you negatively?

    You're not alone. In this episode, I share my personal journey with the fear of judgment and how it shaped my social anxiety for years. You'll hear how constantly seeking approval and avoiding disapproval becomes a rigid pattern, and why that pattern becomes your prison.

    I also explain where this fear really comes from, how it's often rooted in early emotional wounds, and the deeper reason it feels so hard to be your authentic self in social situations.

    Then, I walk you through the ultimate solution and what real freedom looks like when you no longer fear their judgment.

    🎁 Free Mini Course: The 7 Secrets to Social Confidence
    👉 bit.ly/socialconfidencepodcast

    Do you feel awkward in social situations? Do you struggle to be yourself around others?

    And do you fear being judged, being seen anxious, and embarrassing yourself?

    You're not alone.

    I've been there. It sucks. Big time.

    But there's hope. I've been fortunate enough to overcome my Social Anxiety...

    ... and I've helped hundreds of socially anxious clients overcome their struggles too.

    Thankfully, there's a gentle, powerful, and effective solution to beat it.

    It won't happen overnight, but with certain techniques and strategies, you can reduce your Social Anxiety quickly.

    And with persistence, you can become completely anxiety-free.

    Without needing to force yourself to awkwardly face your fears.

    Ready to get started on your journey to Social Confidence?

    Here are your first steps:

    1.) Follow this Podcast and always get the latest episodes!

    2.) Go to https://bit.ly/socialconfidencepodcast and receive access to a short transformational video to reduce your anxiety immediately. AND you'll also get my FREE "7 Secrets to Social Confidence" Mini Course.

    3.) Let's connect!

    ● SUBSCRIBE to my YouTube channel

    ● Facebook

    ● Instagram

    ● X

    ● TikTok

    ● LinkedIn

    All the best on your journey to effortle…

  34. Why EFT "Doesn't Work" for Some People (and How to Fix It)

    15 augustus 2025 · 57 min

    Afspelen
    In this episode... Lees meer

    Tried EFT tapping and didn't get results? You might think you're a "tough case" or that nothing works for you, but there's usually a deeper reason why tapping seems to fall flat.

    I talk with EFT Master and psychotherapist Carol Look about what really causes tapping to "fail" and how to turn it into lasting change. We explore the hidden upsides of staying stuck, the downsides your subconscious sees in getting better, and the role of subconscious resistance in blocking progress.

    You'll discover:
    ✅ Why your brain might not feel safe letting go of your problem
    ✅ How to identify the real root behind procrastination, anxiety, or self-sabotage
    ✅ Simple tapping sequences to address resistance and unlock breakthroughs
    ✅ Why persistence, not perfection, is the secret to lasting transformation

    Whether you've tried tapping before or you're brand new to it, this conversation will help you make it work for YOU, even if you've been stuck for years.

    🎁 Get my free mini course: The 7 Secrets to Social Confidence → https://bit.ly/socialconfidencepodcast

    Do you feel awkward in social situations? Do you struggle to be yourself around others?

    And do you fear being judged, being seen anxious, and embarrassing yourself?

    You're not alone.

    I've been there. It sucks. Big time.

    But there's hope. I've been fortunate enough to overcome my Social Anxiety...

    ... and I've helped hundreds of socially anxious clients overcome their struggles too.

    Thankfully, there's a gentle, powerful, and effective solution to beat it.

    It won't happen overnight, but with certain techniques and strategies, you can reduce your Social Anxiety quickly.

    And with persistence, you can become completely anxiety-free.

    Without needing to force yourself to awkwardly face your fears.

    Ready to get started on your journey to Social Confidence?

    Here are your first steps:

    1.) Follow this Podcast and always get the latest episodes!

    2.) Go to https://bit.ly/socialconfidencepodcast and receive ac…

  35. Tried Everything for Social Anxiety? This Could Be What's Holding You Back

    7 augustus 2025 · 51 min

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    In this episode... Lees meer

    😣 You've tried therapy, affirmations, exposure, and still feel stuck with social anxiety.

    What if the real problem isn't you, but something hidden running in the background?

    I speak with Lindsay Kenny, one of the 29 EFT Founding Masters and a pioneer in emotional healing. She introduces the concept of subconscious resistance, a quiet but powerful block that prevents lasting change, even when you're doing all the right things.

    You'll hear stories of transformation, discover how this hidden resistance works, and learn a simple tapping routine to start letting it go.

    🎧 You'll learn:
    🔹 What subconscious resistance is and how it fuels social anxiety
    🔹 Why your brain sees socializing as dangerous, and how to shift that response

    🔹 How EFT tapping helps calm your nervous system and build emotional safety

    🔹 A guided tapping exercise to reduce inner resistance

    🔹 Why forcing yourself to face your fears often backfires, and what works better instead

    🧠 "If you haven't been able to overcome your problem, you have a subconscious resistance to change."

    Lindsay Kenny

    🎁 Want to feel calmer and more confident in social situations?

    Get my free "7 Secrets to Social Confidence" mini course: https://bit.ly/socialconfidencepodcast

    Do you feel awkward in social situations? Do you struggle to be yourself around others?

    And do you fear being judged, being seen anxious, and embarrassing yourself?

    You're not alone.

    I've been there. It sucks. Big time.

    But there's hope. I've been fortunate enough to overcome my Social Anxiety...

    ... and I've helped hundreds of socially anxious clients overcome their struggles too.

    Thankfully, there's a gentle, powerful, and effective solution to beat it.

    It won't happen overnight, but with certain techniques and strategies, you can reduce your Social Anxiety quickly.

    And with persistence, you can become completely anxiety-free.

    Without needing to force yourself to awkwardly face your fears.

    Ready to get started on your …

  36. Why Blushing Feels So Awful (It's Not What You Think)

    31 juli 2025 · 13 min

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    In this episode... Lees meer

    Why does blushing feel so humiliating?

    It's not just the redness. It's what you believe that redness means about you.

    I share a powerful insight from a live coaching session inside my Social Confidence Club. You'll discover:

    • Why blushing is often linked to deeper emotional wounds
    • How self-judgment and non-acceptance make it worse
    • How to break the shame cycle and feel more at ease
    • What to focus on first if you want real relief (and it's not "stopping the blush")

    If you've ever blushed and then felt ashamed, judged, or humiliated, especially in front of family, coworkers, or groups, this episode is for you.

    🎁 Want to take the next step?
    Get my free mini course, The 7 Secrets to Social Confidence:
    👉 https://bit.ly/socialconfidencepodcast

    Do you feel awkward in social situations? Do you struggle to be yourself around others?

    And do you fear being judged, being seen anxious, and embarrassing yourself?

    You're not alone.

    I've been there. It sucks. Big time.

    But there's hope. I've been fortunate enough to overcome my Social Anxiety...

    ... and I've helped hundreds of socially anxious clients overcome their struggles too.

    Thankfully, there's a gentle, powerful, and effective solution to beat it.

    It won't happen overnight, but with certain techniques and strategies, you can reduce your Social Anxiety quickly.

    And with persistence, you can become completely anxiety-free.

    Without needing to force yourself to awkwardly face your fears.

    Ready to get started on your journey to Social Confidence?

    Here are your first steps:

    1.) Follow this Podcast and always get the latest episodes!

    2.) Go to https://bit.ly/socialconfidencepodcast and receive access to a short transformational video to reduce your anxiety immediately. AND you'll also get my FREE "7 Secrets to Social Confidence" Mini Course.

    3.) Let's connect!

    ● SUBSCRIBE to my YouTube channel

    ● Facebook

    ● Instagram

    ● X

    ● TikTok

    ● LinkedIn

    All the best on your journey to effortle…

  37. People Don't Make You Anxious — This Does

    17 juli 2025 · 11 min

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    In this episode... Lees meer

    Think your boss, that confident guy, or a certain social group is what triggers your anxiety?

    Think again.

    Seb shares a powerful shift that helped him stop blushing, feel confident around others, and finally feel safe in social situations.
    It's not people that are the problem. It's how you perceive them.
    And once you change your inner perception, your entire experience changes, fast.

    • Why others don't actually make you anxious
    • How to uncover your hidden threat perception
    • How EFT tapping rewires your nervous system and creates real emotional freedom

    🎁 Want to start shifting your perception and releasing anxiety?
    Download the free mini course: https://bit.ly/socialconfidencepodcast

    Do you feel awkward in social situations? Do you struggle to be yourself around others?

    And do you fear being judged, being seen anxious, and embarrassing yourself?

    You're not alone.

    I've been there. It sucks. Big time.

    But there's hope. I've been fortunate enough to overcome my Social Anxiety...

    ... and I've helped hundreds of socially anxious clients overcome their struggles too.

    Thankfully, there's a gentle, powerful, and effective solution to beat it.

    It won't happen overnight, but with certain techniques and strategies, you can reduce your Social Anxiety quickly.

    And with persistence, you can become completely anxiety-free.

    Without needing to force yourself to awkwardly face your fears.

    Ready to get started on your journey to Social Confidence?

    Here are your first steps:

    1.) Follow this Podcast and always get the latest episodes!

    2.) Go to https://bit.ly/socialconfidencepodcast and receive access to a short transformational video to reduce your anxiety immediately. AND you'll also get my FREE "7 Secrets to Social Confidence" Mini Course.

    3.) Let's connect!

    ● SUBSCRIBE to my YouTube channel

    ● Facebook

    ● Instagram

    ● X

    ● TikTok

    ● LinkedIn

    All the best on your journey to effortless social ease. 💪

    Warm regards,
    Seb

  38. 3 Questions to Feel Better Fast (Even If Someone's Ignoring You)

    3 juli 2025 · 15 min

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    In this episode... Lees meer

    Ever felt ignored and instantly spun into overthinking, worry, or self-doubt?

    In this minisode, Seb shares 3 powerful self-inquiry questions that help stop that downward spiral, plus how EFT tapping helps you release the emotional charge underneath.

    It's a relatable and practical tool for moments when your brain starts jumping to painful conclusions. These are the exact questions Seb teaches inside the Social Confidence Club to help clients find emotional freedom fast.

    🎧 In this snippet:
    • How Seb used this in real life when someone didn't reply to his message
    • Why your brain assigns painful meaning to neutral events
    • How to use tapping to release that emotional sting

    This clip is from the full episode: Stop Feeling Like Sht in Record Time. Listen to the full conversation for more tools and mindset shifts.

    🎁 Start now with my free mini-course: The 7 Secrets to Social Confidence

    Do you feel awkward in social situations? Do you struggle to be yourself around others?

    And do you fear being judged, being seen anxious, and embarrassing yourself?

    You're not alone.

    I've been there. It sucks. Big time.

    But there's hope. I've been fortunate enough to overcome my Social Anxiety...

    ... and I've helped hundreds of socially anxious clients overcome their struggles too.

    Thankfully, there's a gentle, powerful, and effective solution to beat it.

    It won't happen overnight, but with certain techniques and strategies, you can reduce your Social Anxiety quickly.

    And with persistence, you can become completely anxiety-free.

    Without needing to force yourself to awkwardly face your fears.

    Ready to get started on your journey to Social Confidence?

    Here are your first steps:

    1.) Follow this Podcast and always get the latest episodes!

    2.) Go to https://bit.ly/socialconfidencepodcast and receive access to a short transformational video to reduce your anxiety immediately. AND you'll also get my FREE "7 Secrets to Social Confidence" Mini Course.

    3.) Let…

  39. How I Stopped Blushing In Social Situations

    20 juni 2025 · 12 min

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    Do you panic at the thought of blushing in public?
    That rising heat in your chest… the burning in your ears… the shame of knowing people see it?
    I used to live in fear of that exact moment.
    Lees meer

    In this episode...

    I share my personal story of dealing with chronic, uncontrollable blushing in social situations, where it started, how it became tied to my social anxiety, and what I tried (unsuccessfully) for years to stop it.

    Eventually, I discovered a way to release the shame, the fear, and the obsessive thoughts.
    It wasn't willpower. It wasn't exposure therapy.
    It was acceptance, combined with a powerful technique called EFT tapping.

    You'll learn:

    Why blushing becomes an obsession and what fuels it

    How past experiences create emotional triggers in the body

    Why most solutions don't work (and what finally did)

    How I released the deep self-judgment and stopped caring… and then, the blushing stopped too

    What I now use with my clients to help them overcome blushing and social anxiety for good

    This is a vulnerable, honest episode that can shift how you see yourself and give you hope that change is possible.

    👉 Want to start your own journey to social confidence?
    Get the free mini-course: The 7 Secrets To Social Confidence

    🎬 Watch John F's transformation

    🎬 Watch John's journey to social ease

    🎬 See how Tapani overcame blushing and anxiety

    Do you feel awkward in social situations? Do you struggle to be yourself around others?

    And do you fear being judged, being seen anxious, and embarrassing yourself?

    You're not alone.

    I've been there. It sucks. Big time.

    But there's hope. I've been fortunate enough to overcome my Social Anxiety...

    ... and I've helped hundreds of socially anxious clients overcome their struggles too.

    Thankfully, there's a gentle, powerful, and effective solution to beat it.

    It won't happen overnight, but with certain techniques and strategies, you can reduce your Social Anxiety quickly.

    And with persistence, you can become completely anxiety-…

  40. Self-Acceptance: The Missing Key to Overcoming Social Anxiety

    13 juni 2025 · 55 min

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    In this episode... Lees meer

    Most people think they'll accept themselves after they overcome social anxiety. But what if that mindset is exactly what's keeping you stuck?

    In this episode, Sebastiaan and psychologist Steve Wells reveal why self-acceptance is the starting point for true social ease, and how tapping can help you get there gently and effectively.

    To start reducing your anxiety today and feel more at ease socially, get my free mini-course:

    The 7 Secrets to Social Confidence
    bit.ly/socialconfidencepodcast

    Do you feel awkward in social situations? Do you struggle to be yourself around others?

    And do you fear being judged, being seen anxious, and embarrassing yourself?

    You're not alone.

    I've been there. It sucks. Big time.

    But there's hope. I've been fortunate enough to overcome my Social Anxiety...

    ... and I've helped hundreds of socially anxious clients overcome their struggles too.

    Thankfully, there's a gentle, powerful, and effective solution to beat it.

    It won't happen overnight, but with certain techniques and strategies, you can reduce your Social Anxiety quickly.

    And with persistence, you can become completely anxiety-free.

    Without needing to force yourself to awkwardly face your fears.

    Ready to get started on your journey to Social Confidence?

    Here are your first steps:

    1.) Follow this Podcast and always get the latest episodes!

    2.) Go to https://bit.ly/socialconfidencepodcast and receive access to a short transformational video to reduce your anxiety immediately. AND you'll also get my FREE "7 Secrets to Social Confidence" Mini Course.

    3.) Let's connect!

    ● SUBSCRIBE to my YouTube channel

    ● Facebook

    ● Instagram

    ● X

    ● TikTok

    ● LinkedIn

    All the best on your journey to effortless social ease. 💪

    Warm regards,
    Seb

  41. How I Stopped Seeing Sensitivity as Weak—and Turned It Into My Superpower

    5 juni 2025 · 10 min

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    In this episode... Lees meer

    If you grew up hearing "don't be so sensitive" or "man up," this might forever change how you see yourself.

    In this short minisode, Seb and ex-MMA fighter Tom Woodfin get real about what it's like to grow up hiding your sensitivity—especially in a world that sees it as pathetic or weak.

    They share how years of inner work helped them shift that shame, own their sensitivity, and transform it into deep confidence and connection.

    🎧 In this minisode:
    • Why sensitive people are more prone to shame and social anxiety—and how to heal it
    • How society trains us to reject vulnerability (especially in men)
    • How owning your true nature boosts emotional resilience and social confidence

    🎧 This clip is from the full episode: "Loving Your Sensitivity and Feeling Safe Being Vulnerable."
    Listen to the full conversation here for more tools and insight.

    🔗 Ready to reduce your social anxiety? Start with the free mini-course: The 7 Secrets to Social Confidence

    Do you feel awkward in social situations? Do you struggle to be yourself around others?

    And do you fear being judged, being seen anxious, and embarrassing yourself?

    You're not alone.

    I've been there. It sucks. Big time.

    But there's hope. I've been fortunate enough to overcome my Social Anxiety...

    ... and I've helped hundreds of socially anxious clients overcome their struggles too.

    Thankfully, there's a gentle, powerful, and effective solution to beat it.

    It won't happen overnight, but with certain techniques and strategies, you can reduce your Social Anxiety quickly.

    And with persistence, you can become completely anxiety-free.

    Without needing to force yourself to awkwardly face your fears.

    Ready to get started on your journey to Social Confidence?

    Here are your first steps:

    1.) Follow this Podcast and always get the latest episodes!

    2.) Go to https://bit.ly/socialconfidencepodcast and receive access to a short transformational video to reduce your anxiety immediately. AND you'll also get m…

  42. Replay: Live EFT Coaching – Can You Be Shy and Still Be Confident?

    30 mei 2025 · 16 min

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    In this episode... Lees meer

    "Can you be shy… and still feel confident in social situations?"

    In this live EFT tapping session, Sebastiaan helps a volunteer release shame and anxiety around being labeled "shy." Together, they explore how childhood messages shaped her identity—and how tapping can shift self-perception fast.

    🎧 You'll discover:

    The difference between shyness and social anxiety

    Why you don't have to choose between shy or confident

    How EFT tapping creates emotional freedom

    Tap along to feel more self-acceptance and ease in social situations.

    🎁 Ready to feel confident being your true self—shy parts and all?

    You've likely been conditioned to believe you're just the shy one. But what if that's only one small part of you?

    Start undoing those old labels with The 7 Secrets to Social Confidence—a free, powerful mini course where Sebastiaan guides you through his proven A.R.T. approach, with tap-along exercises designed to start creating emotional shifts from the inside out.

    👉 Begin now at bit.ly/socialconfidencepodcast

    Do you feel awkward in social situations? Do you struggle to be yourself around others?

    And do you fear being judged, being seen anxious, and embarrassing yourself?

    You're not alone.

    I've been there. It sucks. Big time.

    But there's hope. I've been fortunate enough to overcome my Social Anxiety...

    ... and I've helped hundreds of socially anxious clients overcome their struggles too.

    Thankfully, there's a gentle, powerful, and effective solution to beat it.

    It won't happen overnight, but with certain techniques and strategies, you can reduce your Social Anxiety quickly.

    And with persistence, you can become completely anxiety-free.

    Without needing to force yourself to awkwardly face your fears.

    Ready to get started on your journey to Social Confidence?

    Here are your first steps:

    1.) Follow this Podcast and always get the latest episodes!

    2.) Go to https://bit.ly/socialconfidencepodcast and receive access to a short transformational v…

  43. Why You Still Fear Rejection and How to Stop

    23 mei 2025 · 55 min

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    In this episode... Lees meer

    If rejection terrifies you, you're not alone, and you're not broken.

    In this episode, Social Confidence Coach, Sebastiaan van der Schrier, and EFT expert, Rick Wilkes, reveal what's really behind your fear of rejection… and why it lingers, even after therapy or exposure.

    You'll discover how to gently dissolve the emotional charge behind past rejections, and why tapping (EFT) helps you feel safe being yourself, without needing approval from everyone.

    Get the free "7 Secrets to Social Confidence" mini course here → bit.ly/socialconfidencepodcast

    _________________________________________________________________

    Do you feel awkward in social situations? Do you struggle to be yourself around others?
    And do you fear being judged, being seen anxious, and embarrassing yourself?

    You're not alone.
    I've been there. It sucks. Big time.
    But there's hope. I've been fortunate enough to overcome my Social Anxiety...
    ... and I've helped hundreds of socially anxious clients overcome their struggles too.

    Thankfully, there's a gentle, powerful, and effective solution to beat it.

    It won't happen overnight, but with certain techniques and strategies, you can reduce your Social Anxiety quickly.
    And with persistence, you can become completely anxiety-free.
    Without needing to force yourself to awkwardly face your fears.

    Ready to get started on your journey to Social Confidence?

    Here are your first steps:
    1.) Follow this Podcast and always get the latest episodes!

    2.) Go to https://bit.ly/socialconfidencepodcast and receive access to a short transformational video to reduce your anxiety immediately. AND you'll also get my FREE "7 Secrets to Social Confidence" Mini Course.

    3.) Let's connect!
    • SUBSCRIBE to my YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@Social-anxiety-solutions
    • FB https://www.facebook.com/socialanxietysolutions
    • IG https://www.instagram.com/socialanxietysolutions
    • Twitter https://twitter.com/socialanxietysb

    All the best on your journey to eff…

  44. Releasing the need to be perfect

    23 mei 2025 · 32 min

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    Carol Look has a distinguished background in traditional psychotherapy, was trained as a Clinical Social Worker and earned her Doctoral Degree in Clinical Hypnotherapy. Lees meer

    This was before she became one of the only 29 EFT Masters in the world.

    Carol is known for combining her background in traditional psychotherapy with "energy medicine" and she appears as a practitioner and energy therapy expert in the DVD documentary "The Tapping Solution" as well as in the documentary focusing on helping veterans suffering from PTSD, "Operation: Emotional Freedom."

    She has extensive experience helping people overcome perfectionism and shares how to overcome social perfectionism once and for all.

    QUOTE: ""This technique hands down has been the best thing for anxiety and has not let me down for 18 years."

    Carol's show notes page

    My homepage (find the 12 shortcuts to social confidence here):
    www.social-anxiety-solutions.com

    Contact me directly:
    www.social-anxiety-solutions.com/contact/

    Warm regards,
    Sebastiaan van der Schrier

    Start here:

    Free 7 Secrets to Social Confidence
    https://bit.ly/socialconfidencenow

    This short mini-course explains:
    • why social anxiety happens
    • why forcing exposure often backfires
    • how the fight-flight-freeze response creates anxiety symptoms
    • how tapping can help release the emotions and beliefs that trigger anxiety

    It's designed to help you understand what's actually driving social anxiety and give you a first experience with the tapping approach.

    --------------------------------------------------

    If you'd like practical tools you can start using right away:

    Fast Social Anxiety Relief
    https://www.social-anxiety-solutions.com/fast-social-anxiety-relief/

    --------------------------------------------------

    About Seb

    Seb struggled with severe social anxiety himself for many years. Since 2009 he has helped people work through social anxiety using a calm, structured approach that combines psychology with EFT tapping.

    No forced exposure.
    No pre…

  45. Why Bullying Still Hurts... and How to Finally Heal It

    22 mei 2025 · 10 min

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    Have you ever been teased, humiliated, or bullied... and felt like you should be over it by now, but it still haunts you? Lees meer

    In this episode, Seb shares how bullying in his own past triggered years of social anxiety, and why those early experiences can quietly shape how safe you feel in the world today.

    You'll hear a short but powerful conversation with EFT Master Tania Prince.

    She explains how bullying memories get stuck in your nervous system, why they still affect you today, and what you can do to finally break free.

    • Why some painful moments still feel so fresh
    • What bullying does to your sense of identity and safety
    • How EFT tapping helps release those emotional charges
    • A surprising truth about the beliefs that make us more vulnerable to being bullied

    If you're ready to let go of the past and finally feel safe being yourself...

    💥 Start now with my free mini course:
    The 7 Secrets to Social Confidence
    👉 bit.ly/socialconfidencepodcast

    Do you feel awkward in social situations? Do you struggle to be yourself around others?

    And do you fear being judged, being seen anxious, and embarrassing yourself?

    You're not alone.

    I've been there. It sucks. Big time.

    But there's hope. I've been fortunate enough to overcome my Social Anxiety...

    ... and I've helped hundreds of socially anxious clients overcome their struggles too.

    Thankfully, there's a gentle, powerful, and effective solution to beat it.

    It won't happen overnight, but with certain techniques and strategies, you can reduce your Social Anxiety quickly.

    And with persistence, you can become completely anxiety-free.

    Without needing to force yourself to awkwardly face your fears.

    Ready to get started on your journey to Social Confidence?

    Here are your first steps:

    1.) Follow this Podcast and always get the latest episodes!

    2.) Go to https://bit.ly/socialconfidencepodcast and receive access to a short transformational video to reduce your anxiety immediately. AND you'll also get my FREE "7 Secrets to…

  46. Tiffany's Social Anxiety Recovery Story

    8 mei 2025 · 39 min

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    In this episode... Lees meer

    Tiffany shares her powerful journey of healing social anxiety after decades of sadness, isolation, and self-judgment. She talks openly about the trauma that shaped her, how she discovered what was really driving her anxiety, and how she gently found freedom through deep inner work.

    We worked together for 17 sessions using the best of psychology, EFT tapping, and energy psychology. And what unfolded was a quiet but profound transformation.

    🎯 In this conversation, you'll hear:

    What social anxiety really felt like for Tiffany

    The root cause behind her fear of people

    Her relationship with sadness, and how it changed

    How she went from dreading groups… to leading healing retreats

    The tools that helped her rebuild self-trust and calm

    If you've been struggling with social anxiety and nothing has worked, this story will give you hope.

    ➡️ If Tiffany's story resonates with you and you're serious about fully overcoming social anxiety, I'll be opening new private coaching spots later this year.

    To be considered, just go to bit.ly/socialconfidencecoach, read the details, watch the testimonials, and fill in your application.
    Or visit www.social-anxiety-solutions.com and click on "VIP Coaching."

    We'll keep your info on file, and Sebastiaan will personally reach out when the next spots open.

    Do you feel awkward in social situations? Do you struggle to be yourself around others?

    And do you fear being judged, being seen anxious, and embarrassing yourself?

    You're not alone.

    I've been there. It sucks. Big time.

    But there's hope. I've been fortunate enough to overcome my Social Anxiety...

    ... and I've helped hundreds of socially anxious clients overcome their struggles too.

    Thankfully, there's a gentle, powerful, and effective solution to beat it.

    It won't happen overnight, but with certain techniques and strategies, you can reduce your Social Anxiety quickly.

    And with persistence, you can become completely anxiety-free.

    Without needing to force …

  47. Replay: Live EFT Coaching – Fear of Feeling Confident

    1 mei 2025 · 17 min

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    In this episode... Lees meer

    "If I feel confident… I'll be humiliated."

    This is a fear many people with social anxiety carry, but almost no one talks about.
    In this live coaching session, you'll hear a Social Confidence Club member gently unpack that exact fear.

    What unfolds in under 15 minutes is a calm, respectful release of what's been blocking her from feeling confident.

    No pressure.
    No pushing through fear.
    Just a powerful example of what happens when your system feels safe enough to let go.

    This is part of what I call the ART approach:
    Allowing acceptance, Releasing resistance, and Terminating triggers

    And it's also the kind of work I do with VIP clients, people who are serious about overcoming their social anxiety once and for all.
    🌿 I'll be opening up a few new spots soon.

    For now, start here:
    👉 bit.ly/socialconfidencenow

    Get the free 7 Secrets to Social Confidence
    Learn to calm your system and begin letting go of what's underneath your social anxiety.

    Do you feel awkward in social situations? Do you struggle to be yourself around others?

    And do you fear being judged, being seen anxious, and embarrassing yourself?

    You're not alone.

    I've been there. It sucks. Big time.

    But there's hope. I've been fortunate enough to overcome my Social Anxiety...

    ... and I've helped hundreds of socially anxious clients overcome their struggles too.

    Thankfully, there's a gentle, powerful, and effective solution to beat it.

    It won't happen overnight, but with certain techniques and strategies, you can reduce your Social Anxiety quickly.

    And with persistence, you can become completely anxiety-free.

    Without needing to force yourself to awkwardly face your fears.

    Ready to get started on your journey to Social Confidence?

    Here are your first steps:

    1.) Follow this Podcast and always get the latest episodes!

    2.) Go to https://bit.ly/socialconfidencepodcast and receive access to a short transformational video to reduce your anxiety immediately. AND you'll also get my FREE…

  48. "I Have to Be Perfect or Else…" - A Simple Way to Start Breaking This Pattern

    24 april 2025 · 5 min

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    In this episode... Lees meer

    Do you feel like you have to be perfect just to be accepted? Or to avoid criticism or rejection?

    This unconscious belief can quietly fuel social anxiety, burnout, and relentless self-pressure

    In this short minisode, EFT Founding Master and psychotherapist Carol Look shares a powerful insight to help uncover where this pressure really comes from and how to begin letting it go

    🎧 In this minisode:
    • The surprising childhood fear behind the need to be perfect
    • How perfectionism feeds anxiety, burnout, and low self-worth
    • A simple question that can help start breaking the pattern

    🎧 This clip is from the full episode: "Releasing the Need to Be Perfect". Listen to the full conversation here.

    🔗 Free mini course to start easing social anxiety here: The 7 Secrets to Social Confidence.

    Do you feel awkward in social situations? Do you struggle to be yourself around others?

    And do you fear being judged, being seen anxious, and embarrassing yourself?

    You're not alone.

    I've been there. It sucks. Big time.

    But there's hope. I've been fortunate enough to overcome my Social Anxiety...

    ... and I've helped hundreds of socially anxious clients overcome their struggles too.

    Thankfully, there's a gentle, powerful, and effective solution to beat it.

    It won't happen overnight, but with certain techniques and strategies, you can reduce your Social Anxiety quickly.

    And with persistence, you can become completely anxiety-free.

    Without needing to force yourself to awkwardly face your fears.

    Ready to get started on your journey to Social Confidence?

    Here are your first steps:

    1.) Follow this Podcast and always get the latest episodes!

    2.) Go to https://bit.ly/socialconfidencepodcast and receive access to a short transformational video to reduce your anxiety immediately. AND you'll also get my FREE "7 Secrets to Social Confidence" Mini Course.

    3.) Let's connect!

    ● SUBSCRIBE to my YouTube channel

    ● Facebook

    ● Instagram

    ● X

    ● TikTok

    ● LinkedIn

    All t…

  49. Always Trying to Be Cool? Do This to Finally Feel Free

    18 april 2025 · 14 min

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    Always trying to be cool... but just end up feeling anxious? 😓
    If you've ever felt the pressure to impress or be seen as "cool," this video is for you.
    Lees meer

    Discover why trying to be cool actually creates social anxiety, and how letting go of that need unlocks real confidence. 🙌

    In this episode, you'll:

    ✅ Learn how the pressure to be cool fuels anxiety
    ✅ See a real story of a client who broke free from it
    ✅ Do a short EFT tapping exercise to start releasing that inner pressure
    ✅ Discover how to feel calm, relaxed, and free to be yourself—even if others don't think you're "cool"

    👋 Say goodbye to the exhausting try-hard act, and hello to effortless authenticity.

    🔗 Get the free mini course, The 7 Secrets to Social Confidence

    🎥 Watch next:
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    From Social Anxiety to Confident Business Founder in Five Months

    Do you feel awkward in social situations? Do you struggle to be yourself around others?

    And do you fear being judged, being seen anxious, and embarrassing yourself?

    You're not alone.

    I've been there. It sucks. Big time.

    But there's hope. I've been fortunate enough to overcome my Social Anxiety...

    ... and I've helped hundreds of socially anxious clients overcome their struggles too.

    Thankfully, there's a gentle, powerful, and effective solution to beat it.

    It won't happen overnight, but with certain techniques and strategies, you can reduce your Social Anxiety quickly.

    And with persistence, you can become completely anxiety-free.

    Without needing to force yourself to awkwardly face your fears.

    Ready to get started on your journey to Social Confidence?

    Here are your first steps:

    1.) Follow this Podcast and always get the latest episodes!

    2.) Go to https://bit.ly/socialconfidencepodcast and receive access to a short transformational video to reduce your anxiety immediately. AND you'll also get my FREE "7 Secrets to Social Confidence" Mini Course.

    3.) Let's connect!

    ● SUBSCRIBE to my YouTube channel

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  50. Always Trying to Be Cool? Do This to Finally Feel Free

    18 april 2025 · 14 min

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    Always trying to be cool... but just end up feeling anxious? 😓
    If you've ever felt the pressure to impress or be seen as "cool," this video is for you.
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    Discover why trying to be cool actually creates social anxiety, and how letting go of that need unlocks real confidence. 🙌

    In this episode, you'll:

    ✅ Learn how the pressure to be cool fuels anxiety
    ✅ See a real story of a client who broke free from it
    ✅ Do a short EFT tapping exercise to start releasing that inner pressure
    ✅ Discover how to feel calm, relaxed, and free to be yourself—even if others don't think you're "cool"

    👋 Say goodbye to the exhausting try-hard act, and hello to effortless authenticity.

    🔗 Get the free mini course, The 7 Secrets to Social Confidence

    🎥 Watch next:
    How to overcome social anxiety - John's testimonial
    From Social Anxiety to Confident Business Founder in Five Months

    Do you feel awkward in social situations? Do you struggle to be yourself around others?

    And do you fear being judged, being seen anxious, and embarrassing yourself?

    You're not alone.

    I've been there. It sucks. Big time.

    But there's hope. I've been fortunate enough to overcome my Social Anxiety...

    ... and I've helped hundreds of socially anxious clients overcome their struggles too.

    Thankfully, there's a gentle, powerful, and effective solution to beat it.

    It won't happen overnight, but with certain techniques and strategies, you can reduce your Social Anxiety quickly.

    And with persistence, you can become completely anxiety-free.

    Without needing to force yourself to awkwardly face your fears.

    Ready to get started on your journey to Social Confidence?

    Here are your first steps:

    1.) Follow this Podcast and always get the latest episodes!

    2.) Go to https://bit.ly/socialconfidencepodcast and receive access to a short transformational video to reduce your anxiety immediately. AND you'll also get my FREE "7 Secrets to Social Confidence" Mini Course.

    3.) Let's connect!

    ● SUBSCRIBE to my YouTube channel

    ● Face…