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6 Behaviors People Think Are Negative (That Are Actually Positive)

August 31, 2016 by Power of Positivity

Do you ever find that you beat yourself up over a certain action or behavior? For example, maybe you broke down and cried about something recently and later felt weak or inadequate. We all get these feelings sometimes, but we should never apologize for showing our authentic selves. Humans are emotional creatures, and all too often in this world, we must put on a happy face and pretend for the sake of others. However, you should never feel sorry for showing your emotions.

Here are 6 behaviors people think are negative (that are actually good for positive):

1. Feeling lost

In this world, finding your way seems more difficult than ever. People constantly want to tell you the next step to take, or how to improve your life, or what you should go to college for. However, confusion and loneliness can ensue if you don’t have the answer in your own heart. We’ve always been told what path to take, but we’ve never been told to question that path. Feeling lost is a part of growing up, and it’s all part of your journey home.

Remember, no one truly knows what they’re doing here; it’s all just a game, and we’re still learning all the rules. So, embrace feeling lost. Own your behaviors. You never know what you might discover when you leave the paved trail and carve one on your own.

2. Expressing anger or frustration with negative behaviors

While many people think of anger as volatile and destructive, anger is still a natural human emotion. What you do with that anger however, is an entirely different story. When you express anger about something, you release that emotion from your body. You probably have noticed that after an argument or big confrontation, you feel much lighter and more clear-minded afterwards. So, expressing anger can liberate you from what weighs you down, as long as you do it in a way that doesn’t verbally or physically harm others.

Anger happens when we’ve been wronged, and showing that emotion can bring about positive change. For example, by showing how you feel to the other person, they’ll get to hear your point of view and could possibly change their ways based on your side of the story. Holding in anger usually leads to more severe problems, while releasing that emotion can emancipate you from emotional prison.

While you should never yell at or physically hurt someone, you can firmly hold your ground and let the other person know how you feel. Never apologize for your emotions; they exist for a reason.

3. Turning on the tears

Just like other emotions, many people normally suppress feelings of sadness because they don’t like to cry. Of course, no one likes to feel sad, but tears serve a significant purpose. They help us to release pent-up emotions and feelings while lowering stress levels. Tears can show others how we feel so that they can attempt to help us. No one can figure out all the answers here, and sometimes we get so frustrated, lost, confused, and depressed that all we can do IS cry. So, don’t look at crying as the enemy; it can help you heal, release, and fill your body and mind with positivity again.

In fact, a 2008 study from the University of South Florida found that crying helps to boost moods and self-soothe more effectively than any antidepressant. Crying helped to improve the mood of 90% of participants, while only 8% said they felt worse.

4. Solitude

We live in a social world, so it’s easy to feel pressured to do things with others constantly. However, spending time alone has its benefits. First, you’ll never truly feel comfortable around others until you can learn to enjoy your own company. We must go deep within and channel higher energies to honestly know and love ourselves. Only then can we feel comfortable with solitude, and only then can we feel comfortable amongst others. The world can be overwhelming, and there’s no harm in taking the time to recharge alone in the tranquility of your own home or favorite place.

5. Challenging the mainstream

We all wanted to fit in as children, but now that we’ve gotten older, we all want to stand out. We want to be someone, to leave our mark, and to become our truest selves. To do this, we must question the world around us and determine whether we agree. Most people disagree with something about this world, but actually taking action against it and coming up with something better takes courage and innovation. However, those who challenge the mainstream and carve their own way have followed their heart and intuition.

Challenging mainstream behaviors means listening to your inner voice over the many voices of others telling you how to live, and you should never apologize for living your truth. Trying to fit in will only take you as far as the crowd; being yourself will take you past it.

6. Being stubborn and other harmful behaviors

People tend to view stubbornness as a negative trait, but being stuck in your ways doesn’t always have to be bad. For example, if you want to travel the world but your parents and friends see it as irresponsible and entitled, you will probably stand your ground and list all the positives of taking time off to explore. Being stubborn just means that you know in your heart what you want and that others would never have any idea what behaviors and outcomes you truly desire.

5 Habits of Highly Productive People

August 31, 2016 by Power of Positivity

When we think of highly productive people, we tend to imagine the ‘workaholic’, with no intact social life. However, highly productive people can manage their days and affairs and get things done. They can be artists, writers, and CEOs of corporations. They’re the risk-takers and inventors. They know what need doing and when they can take a break to play. These productive individuals have positive attitudes, can focus for long periods, and follow through with any given task.

What makes them so special? Perhaps it’s their positive outlook and can-do attitudes.

Here are five daily habits of highly productive people:

Adopt these habits and watch your productivity skyrocket.

1. They make a winning game plan from the start.

These energetic people have their days planned out. They keep schedules, make appointments, write them down, and follow-through. Before they go to bed, they already know what’s going to happen the next day. The Wharton School’s teacher and psychologist, Adam M. Grant, wrote a book about these types of people, which he calls “Originals.” They are the ones who move past the everyday matters and, even with some deviation, they tend to return to whatever project they are working on. Grant discusses the ability to even use procrastination as a tool to step away from something and return with clear eyes. The productive individual gives himself plenty of time to do things, and can also acknowledge when they can’t get them done. These people also know that no play makes them stressed, so they make time to exercise and have fun.

2. They know what they are doing

Even if they deviate from a plan or are distracted by someone, the highly productive individual can return to what they were doing. They have focus and they appreciate others giving some input. They don’t let overwhelming emotions of doubt or uncertainty dictate their days. These people know that they own their time. They can manage it however they need to in order to work for them. Sociologist, Christine Carter, Ph.D., of UC Berkeley’s Greater Good Science Center, put it this way: “Busyness is not a marker of intelligence, importance, or success. Taken to an extreme, it is much more likely a marker of conformity, powerlessness, or fear.” These types of people don’t see being busy as a waste of time, and they also know when to stop what they are doing. They aren’t obsessed, but they can become overly focused on certain projects.

3. They know what comes first.

The productive individual knows how to follow through with projects, deadlines, and tasks. They also know when to say “no” and when to set healthy boundaries. They are moved by integrity and have an outstanding work ethic. Finally, they don’t step over anyone. The highly productive person works hard to achieve their goals and expects others to do the same. Adam Grant says that “To become original, you have to try something new, which means accepting some measure of risk.” It’s in taking risks and following them that new ventures unfold. These types of individuals know what it is to create and continue creating from the same place. They also know how to find new resources and never give up.

4. Brick wall? They’ve got a hammer.

The best person to have on your team is a highly productive go-getter. They will find solutions to all problems, usually by looking outside of the issue. They believe that there is always a different way to everything. These folks have positive attitudes. They don’t allow others to bring them down to negativity. Productivity coach and author, Hilary Rettig, says, “Highly productive people respond to barriers, problems, and challenges with much more of a problem-solving orientation. On the other hand, people who are unproductive try to shame and blame themselves into productivity, which only causes more paralysis.”

5. They know what goes where, when.

Highly productive people do not tolerate chaos around their work spaces. They need organization. Even their thoughts come out as bullet points. They tend to be methodical in nature, and love to put things in order. These folks are visual in nature. They may seem as if they are multitasking, but these types of people get things done in a timely manner. They can be juggling several things at once. But there is always one that takes priority until it’s finished. They know how to manage their time wisely and also get help.

The highly productive individual wants to see others succeed. They help others move up the corporate ladder. They also know that it takes coordination, cooperation and collaboration to get things done. It’s not just having a goal or a plan. Things get accomplished when you have other responsible-focusing individuals on a team. It takes a village! And this simple motto is what makes them so likable and productive.

George Bernard Shaw said it perfectly in describing this type of individual: “The reasonable man adapts himself to the world; the unreasonable one persists in trying to adapt the world to himself. Therefore all progress depends on the unreasonable man.”

The highly productive individual is the unreasonable man who takes “no” for an answer and enjoys the risks ahead.

10 Dreams People Have Often (And What They Mean)

August 31, 2016 by Power of Positivity

Did you know that, on average, people have 1,460 dreams per year? This equates to 4 dreams per night!

According to The Dream Encyclopedia, the word “dream” comes from the German word draugmas, meaning deception, illusion, or phantom, or from the Old Norse word draugr, meaning ghost or apparition. Some believe it could also be related to the Sanskrit word druh, which means seek to harm or injure.

Though the origin of the word dreams seems a bit dark, our dreams can tell us alot about ourselves, our lives, and even our futures. Of course, everyone interprets dreams differently, but the following dreams occur too often for people to just dismiss them as nonsense.

Carl Jung, the founder of analytical psychology, believed that dreams help us tap into the unconscious mind and offer us advice, sort of like a therapist or counselor. The universe tries to talk to us in many different ways, and dreams just serve as one medium that it uses. The following dreams seem to occur frequently for many people, so we’ll discuss what they wish to divulge to you below.

10 Dreams People Have Often (And What They’re Trying To Tell You)

1. Falling

Easily one of the most common dreams people have, dream experts actually believe that having this dream means you feel you have no control over a certain aspect of life, or you’ve failed at something important. Usually, the dreamer never hits bottom, instead waking up before they get the chance to touch solid ground again. This dream may also mean that you need to let go of something that holds you back.

2. Being chased

Another very common dream, being chased can mean several things. The most popular interpretation is that you need to face something head on rather than constantly running from it. Your subconscious wants you to tackle those fears and face those demons, instead of trying to outrun them. It could also mean that you feel threatened by someone or something, and want to run from danger.

3. Being naked in front of people

Many of us have probably had this dream at least once, and as you might have already guessed, it means that you feel vulnerable and exposed. The fear of others seeing you naked actually symbolizes embarrassment about a certain part of your soul that you wish to hide from others, or a secret that you don’t want anyone else to know. It normally has nothing to do with body image, but rather, an insecurity about how other people perceive you. If you have this dream often, take it as a sign to work on self-confidence and feeling comfortable in your own skin, despite what others may think.

4. Flying

Flying is probably one of the most fun dreams to have, especially if you’ve mastered lucid dreaming. This dream normally means that you want freedom, whether mentally, spiritually, emotionally, or physically. Maybe you feel trapped in your life and want a way out. It can also serve as a symbol of success, suggesting that you have recently achieved one of your goals and now look down on the world with a feeling of accomplishment and pride.

5. Sexual fantasies

While this dream could just symbolize unfulfilled wishes of intimacy with someone, it can also mean that you desire emotional closeness with someone. It can mean that you feel isolated or lonely, and crave connection with other people. Furthermore, it might mean that you need to develop your relationship with your own self, especially if you’ve been neglecting yourself lately.

6. Death

While this dream can actually represent an impending death, it usually means something quite positive. Normally, death represents something far less literal, something like a rebirth of the self. It normally means the end of one chapter in your life, and the beginning of another. If you have felt stuck in your life recently, this dream could signify a new start for you in the near future.

7. People

People that you have a close relationship with may appear in your dreams often, and while this just might mean that you have lots of great memories together, try to look at it on a deeper level. It may mean that you wish you had the aspects of their personalities that come out in the dream. In other words, a part of you wants to be like them in some manner. Take this a sign to work on yourself more.

8. Taking a test in school

Some people view life as one giant test, where we continually learn lessons and pass mini-tests before the big one at the end. If you dream about taking a test in school, you might feel that you’re being closely analyzed, and you fear disappointing others or being seen as a failure. Tests usually point to our own insecurities, and our need to compare ourselves to others. We don’t want to feel left behind or shunned from the pack, so dreaming of taking a test could mean that you have doubts about your own abilities and strengths.

9. Traveling

Whether by car, bus, train, or plane, this dream signifies your desire for movement, and a break from the routines. You feel restless and bored with your life, and long for something more exciting. It could also mean that you want to run from yourself in fear of what you might uncover.

10. Being in an uncontrolled car

Just like the falling dream, this one symbolizes a lack of control in your life. It means you have let others take the reigns, giving up your own power to create your world. This dream means you need to take back your life, and start working on those aspects of it that you feel you can’t control.

Here’s Why You Need to Stop Using Sunscreen…

August 31, 2016 by Power of Positivity

We often hear warnings about the dangers of UV light and the risk of skin cancer so much that many of us apply sunscreen daily. But after you read this article, you may want to stop using sunscreen immediately. Sun protection products are fairly new to human existence and only began to be regulated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) as recently as 1978.

Here’s Why You May Want to Stop Using Sunscreen…

Potentially harmful ingredients, overrated levels of protection, and preventing you from receiving the health benefits of the sun are just a few reasons why you may want to stop using sunscreen immediately. In this article, we will look at some of the problems with sunscreens that are on the market today, why you might not need them, and some healthy alternatives to use instead.

Hazardous ingredients and unsupported claims of protection in sunscreen

The nonprofit consumer safety organization The Environmental Working Group (EWG) lists two major sunscreen ingredients that are a big concern and may be why you want to stop using sunscreen immediately. These two ingredients are retinyl palmitate and oxybenzone.

Vitamin A is commonly listed on the ingredient labels of sunscreens as retinyl palmitate or Vitamin A palmitate. This ingredient has been banned for use in cosmetics by the German government. It is a common ingredient in sunscreen that can cause damage to the skin when exposed to sunlight. Retinyl palmitate can actually accelerate the development of skin cancer when it is applied to skin and exposed to sunlight.

Oxybenzone is another sunscreen ingredient that is concerning because it can penetrate the skin and according to EWG, it is detectable in the urine of 97% of people who use sunscreen products. The chemical is a known hormone disruptor which can affect fertility and it can also causes allergies for some people. This biochemical can cause cellular changes and have negative effects on the immune system.

Many sunscreens also claim to have high SPFs of over 50. The products claiming these SPFs are rated for protection from UVB damage. UVB is the radiation that causes sunburn, however, they do not have the same rating for their level of UVA protection.

Skin cancer statistics

Humans have been on this planet for over 10,000 years and most of those were without the benefit of sunscreen. However, we are living longer lives now than we have ever lived before, and we want those years to be healthy ones. Most of our ancestors never used sunscreen, but protected themselves form sunburn with clothing if they had to work outdoors most of the day.

These days, our modern lives have allowed most of us the luxury of working indoors and spending time in the sun on vacations. Still, even our limited sun exposure can cause cancer, especially in those who are fair skinned and who have a family history of skin cancer.

Non-melanoma skin cancer diagnoses are one of the most common of all cancer types according to the American Cancer Society, and this year there will be 5.5 million new cases diagnosed. Of those, only 76,000 will be the most serious form of skin cancer, which is melanoma. Sunscreen can help reduce our exposure to UVA and UVA radiation from the sun, which helps reduce skin cancer risk, but how do we protect ourselves when sunscreen products are not safe either?

Health benefits of the sun

Sun exposure is healthy for us in many ways, so although we have been encouraged to protect ourselves by using sunscreen, the health benefits of sunlight may be yet another reason to stop using sunscreen immediately. Exposure to sunlight increases the production of melatonin, serotonin, and helps the body to naturally produce vitamin D.

Healthy alternatives to wearing sunscreen

From author Alex Raye and her natural beauty website almostexactyblog.com here are some healthy alternatives to store bought sunscreen:

red raspberry seed oil – SPF between 30 and 50 (seriously!)
carrot seed oil – SPF 30
wheat germ oil – SPF 20
hazelnut oil – SPF 15
coconut oil – SPF 10
soybean oil – SPF 10
shea butter – SPF 6-10
zinc oxide
titanium dioxide

You can make a homemade sunscreen out of any combination of these ingredients that will help protect your skin from the harmful effects of the sun. That’s because you will be able to stop using sunscreen with unhealthy ingredients immediately.

You can check your over-the-counter sunscreen products for safety as rated by the EWG with the use of their phone app called Skin Deep. This app allows you to scan the barcode of your favorite products and check for hazardous chemicals, allergens and hormone disruptive ingredients.

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10 Things Financially Successful People Do Differently

August 30, 2016 by Power of Positivity

Financially successful people do things a little differently than the rest of us. They typically have a more positive mindset, take personal responsibility for their wealth and business success. Additionally, they are willing to sacrifice short-term benefits for longer-term gains. They are lifelong learners and surround themselves with positive people who also believe in the benefits of education and a good work ethic.

They come from all walks of life and all income brackets, but they share a similar set of attributes that set them apart from the rest of us.

10 Things Financially Successful People Do Differently

1. They Don’t Waste Time Watching Television

Wealthy people watch very little television a day and almost no so-called “reality TV”. They spend their time wisely working on their business and not wasting it on the couch.

2. They Make Sacrifices

Wealthy people live frugally at first in order to invest their limited income and resources into something that will make them more money. Some wealthy people, like Warren Buffet, live this way their entire lives. They have modest-sized houses, drive used cars and don’t waste money on flashy status symbols like boats or expensive sports cars.

3. They Aren’t Victims

People who see themselves as victims complain and blame their failures on others. Successful people take their misfortunes or bad decisions and analyze what happened and how they could change the outcome in the future. They learn from their mistakes rather than complain about them.

4. They Save and Limit Debt

Successful people pay off debts quickly to save money on the interest which accrues over time. So, if you pay off the principal of the loan faster, then interest on that loan is less over time. They also make saving money a priority. Even if it’s only $20 a month, saving money and developing it into a habit will pay off later when an emergency strikes, This way, you can cover it with savings rather than paying off an emergency loan which will cost significantly more in the long run. The best way to save effectively is to automate it. Set up a recurring transfer from your checking into your savings. Before you know it, you will have a lot of change to invest in. Please resist the temptation to spend it on a new car or television or expensive clothing.

5. They Don’t Blame Others For Their Situation

Successful people take responsibility for their actions and their fortunes. Rather than waste time and energy blaming someone else who might only be marginally responsible, they accept that their fate is theirs. If they want to succeed, they must do something about it themselves.

6. Long-Term Planning

Successful people make and stick to long-term financial planning rather than spending their money as fast as they make it.

7. They Make Things or Provide Services of Value

They aren’t just consumers of other people’s ideas and products. Instead, they produce things. They do things, things that other people are willing to pay for.

8. They Believe Education is Important

Wealthy and successful people believe in education and lifelong learning. They read books of educational value or that are work-related. When they commute, they listen to audiobooks or news programs.

9. They Do More Than the Minimum

Successful people do more than show up to work, do their job, and go home. They get up early and they stay later at work. They go above and beyond to achieve their goals.

10. They Are Passionate About What They Do

Financially successful people get a thrill from making something new, making a customer happy, or fulfilling a client’s order. They care more about the creative process they are involved in than the money they are making.

Financially successful people are disciplined savers who start saving early and often. They live frugally most of their lives. They love their work and do as much as they can, the best way they can. Thus, they limit their debts, take responsibility for their wealth, and plan long-term. They don’t waste time or money. Furthermore, they take every chance to better themselves and their abilities.

11. They are savvy at a young age

Financially successful people think about their financial future when they’re young. They may open a savings account when they start their first job as a teenager or start investing in a retirement plan while in college. These folks know that every bit they save makes a difference in the future.

12. They pay off their debts

Financially savvy people refuse to drown in debt. They make it a priority to pay off their debts. Of course, certain types of debt are inevitable. Financially successful people are strategic about what kind of debt they incur or don’t incur.

13. They make savings a priority

Saving more money than you spend will lead to a financially secure future. Most financially successful people put some of their money aside for savings. Having a certain percentage of your paycheck deposited directly into your savings account is easiest. This way, you’re not as likely to spend the money.

14. They keep monthly expenses to a minimum

Besides being good budgeters, financially successful people are careful to keep their monthly expenses to a minimum. They avoid spending unnecessarily on things like

Unneeded insurance
Pricey gym memberships
Expensive gifts
Expensive cell phone plans
Delivery meals or takeouts
Cigarettes

15. They stay on budget

Financially successful people believe in budgets. When they create a monthly budget, they work hard to stick to it. They understand not only setting limits but spending wisely when needed. This is because they’re disciplined, yet flexible in their view of spending.

16. They are financial learners

Financially successful people don’t assume they know everything about money, investment, or finances. They read books, listen to podcasts, and ask other people questions. They believe in education and encourage others to learn as much as they can to get the best financial benefits.

17. They don’t compare themselves

Comparing yourself to others is rarely helpful. If you compare your financial investments, savings, or budget to someone else, you’re apt to make a poor decision. Stay focused on your goals. This is best for you to be financially successful.

18. They are slow to make financial decisions

Financially savvy people don’t make quick financial decisions they might later regret. They take the time to research and consider the financial risks versus benefits before spending or investing. They believe in taking financial risks but take calculated risks rather than making a knee-jerk decision.

19. They have lived frugally

Some of the richest people in the world lived frugally for many years. Those lean years allowed them to stash away money into savings so today, they can buy a penthouse or a fancy car.

20. They’ve learned from their financial mistakes

Being financially successful doesn’t mean they never made a financial mistake. It’s something that everyone does once in a while. The big difference is that financially successful people learn from their financial mistakes and take note the next time to be more careful.

Reference: https://bestwallet.com/en/how-to-buy/buy-matic

5 Things Only People With Social Anxiety Will Understand

August 30, 2016 by Chris Butler

For those that suffer from social anxiety, everyday life can feel like a neverending nightmare. The smallest tasks, from going grocery shopping to calling the doctor, can seem totally overwhelming and terrifying. In our technological world today where we do more and more behind computer screens, it doesn’t come as much of a surprise that social anxiety is on the rise. However, living with the disorder every day can seem utterly exhausting, when no relief is in sight. Social anxiety usually begins with one awkward encounter and escalates from there. People with social anxiety have an extreme fear of interacting with others in certain environments, and this can cause the sufferer to become reclusive and withdrawn.

5 Things Only People With Social Anxiety Will Understand

Many people, unfortunately, have no idea what people go through who have social anxiety, so hopefully, this list will shed some light on the disorder. If you have social anxiety, you will likely relate to the following scenarios.

1. Being afraid to speak up in a room full of people.

People with social anxiety don’t like big crowds, but even speaking in a room full of five or more people can seem overwhelming. Basically, those with this mental illness don’t like attention being drawn to themselves, and they avoid it at all costs. However, in a classroom or work environment, staying to yourself isn’t always an option. If you have to give a presentation, for example, you know the feeling of dread you get from simply hearing the assignment. You begin to plot out the worst-case scenario, even if you plan on starting the assignment weeks ahead of time.

Only people with social anxiety can understand the sheer terror, sweaty palms, and increasing heartbeat that come from speaking in public.

2. Going to parties(and not really wanting to).

For those with social anxiety, going to a social event isn’t exactly paradise. We have to plan out what we’ll say to people, what we’ll wear, how to keep the conversation going, how to politely say goodbye(even if it’s hours before the party ends), and even how to get there. We have to plan out every detail (or at least try) in order to feel somewhat okay about going. Not to mention, we have to figure out how to tune out those annoying anxious voices in our heads while we talk to people, so we at least seem interested.

It takes a lot of energy for those with social anxiety to go to a party, even a small one. Just showing up at all is a huge step in the minds of a socially anxious person.

3. Being misunderstood by pretty much everyone.

Socially anxious people didn’t choose to have a disorder. They might try to overcome it through various techniques, but it may not ever go away completely. According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, social anxiety disorder affects 6.8% of the U.S. population or 15 million people. These 15 million people live in varying degrees of discomfort with social situations, and try their best to live normal lives. Not everyone can tell if someone feels socially anxious, but the sufferer can definitely feel it.

The mental health issue doesn’t just stop if we tell it to; it takes time and effort to learn how to overcome it, or at best, learn to live with it comfortably. Only those with social anxiety can understand the frustration that comes with people saying “just get over it,” because if we could, we certainly would.

4. Awkwardness in conversations.

Now, this doesn’t mean that people with social anxiety can’t carry on a conversation; it just means that they have a harder time doing so. People with social anxiety tend to be introverted, so they naturally want to keep to themselves more. Making conversation just doesn’t come easily for those with social anxiety, and the slightest slip-up in conversation can make them embarrassed.

Only those with social anxiety can understand the feelings of shame and inadequacy that come with awkward social interactions.

5. The terrible physical symptoms.

Many people don’t know that social anxiety comes with a slew of physical symptoms as well, and these just add to the discomfort of the disorder. People with social anxiety don’t like the spotlight being on them.. So they desperately want to hide these physical symptoms to avoid any attention. People who struggle with this can suffer from blushing, excessive sweating, pounding heart, weak muscles, confusion, upset stomach, vomiting, diarrhea, and even fainting, to name a few.

Please show them love and support if you know someone with this condition. Also, please try to understand how they feel. You don’t have to have a disorder to empathize with others who suffer from it.

Eight Primary Causes Of Social Anxiety

Social anxiety, or social anxiety disorder as it’s called, is having a consuming fear of being in social situations. The person struggling with a social anxiety disorder has a fear that’s irrelevant to the situation. Situations that cause this outcome can include:

Meeting people
Talking in a group
Starting a conversation
Talking to an authority figure
Eating or drinking in public
Being seen in public
Using public bathrooms
Going to school
Any public performance

8 causes social anxiety disorder

This mental illness causes the individual to dread future events. They will often worry weeks in advance about the event and feel physically sick on the day of the event.

1 – Genetics

Genes can play a part in a person’s struggle with this mental illness. They influence the probability of someone ending up with social anxiety disorder. There are higher rates of social anxiety disorder in families with relatives who struggle with social anxiety disorders than families whose relatives don’t struggle with a social anxiety disorder.

2 – Stressful social situations

If you were bullied, experienced abuse at home, or public embarrassment as a child, you are more likely to develop a social anxiety disorder. Sexual abuse experienced when you were young is a common cause of a social anxiety disorder among adults.

3 – Parenting

If one or both of your parents modeled fear of being in social situations and were overprotective of you, you’re more likely to develop a social anxiety disorder. Parents who are overprotective exhibit behaviors such as

Controlling-Won’t allow the child to make their own decisions
Restrictive-Strict rules
Anxious-Assuming the worst will happen
Worried-Constantly thinking about all the bad things that will happen
Fearful of kids getting hurt or sick
See normal things as dangerous-playing outside, taking part in sports, etc.

4 – Brain structure

Different parts of your brain get activated when you’re in a threatening situation. People with this disorder have hyperactive reactions to settings that cause an imbalance in their brain neurotransmitters. This results in a deficiency of serotonin, dopamine, glutamate, and oxytocin.

5 – Social media

Technology meant to help you stay connected can increase your social anxiety disorder risk. Today, there are fewer in-person interactions and more social media interactions using these platforms:

Texting
Facebook
TikTok
Facebook
Video games

There is evidence that spending too much time on online communication can cause people to feel uncomfortable and anxious about in-person interactions.

6 – Physical events

Some physical events can trigger anxiety. You may experience shortness of breath or a racing heartbeat when you’re in certain physical situations. Physical events that may trigger social anxiety include the following:

Interacting with strangers in an unfamiliar setting
Large crowds
Moving away from home
Job interviews where you worry about being judged
Feeling disapproved by someone

7 – Your temperament

Some people have timid, shy personalities. These individuals are more prone to feeling socially anxious. Facing new situations can be very difficult, causing them to withdraw from social situations.

8 – Having an appearance that draws attention to yourself

Certain physical features or illnesses make you self-conscious and anxious to be in social settings. Things such as

Facial disfigurement
Stuttering
Parkinson’s disease
Being extremely tall or short

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Here are 6 behaviors people think are negative (that are actually good for positive):

1. Feeling lost

2. Expressing anger or frustration with negative behaviors

3. Turning on the tears

4. Solitude

5. Challenging the mainstream

6. Being stubborn and other harmful behaviors

Here are five daily habits of highly productive people:

1. They make a winning game plan from the start.

2. They know what they are doing

3. They know what comes first.

4. Brick wall? They’ve got a hammer.

5. They know what goes where, when.

10 Dreams People Have Often (And What They’re Trying To Tell You)

1. Falling

2. Being chased

3. Being naked in front of people

4. Flying

5. Sexual fantasies

6. Death

7. People

8. Taking a test in school

9. Traveling

10. Being in an uncontrolled car

Here’s Why You May Want to Stop Using Sunscreen…

Hazardous ingredients and unsupported claims of protection in sunscreen

Skin cancer statistics

Health benefits of the sun

Related article: These Things Happen To Your Body When You Don’t Get Enough Sun

Healthy alternatives to wearing sunscreen

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10 Things Financially Successful People Do Differently

1. They Don’t Waste Time Watching Television

2. They Make Sacrifices

3. They Aren’t Victims

4. They Save and Limit Debt

5. They Don’t Blame Others For Their Situation

6. Long-Term Planning

7. They Make Things or Provide Services of Value

8. They Believe Education is Important

9. They Do More Than the Minimum

10. They Are Passionate About What They Do

11. They are savvy at a young age

12. They pay off their debts

13. They make savings a priority

14. They keep monthly expenses to a minimum

15. They stay on budget

16. They are financial learners

17. They don’t compare themselves

18. They are slow to make financial decisions

19. They have lived frugally

20. They’ve learned from their financial mistakes

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5 Things Only People With Social Anxiety Will Understand

1. Being afraid to speak up in a room full of people.

2. Going to parties(and not really wanting to).

3. Being misunderstood by pretty much everyone.

4. Awkwardness in conversations.

5. The terrible physical symptoms.

Eight Primary Causes Of Social Anxiety

8 causes social anxiety disorder

1 – Genetics

2 – Stressful social situations

3 – Parenting

4 – Brain structure

5 – Social media

6 – Physical events

7 – Your temperament

8 – Having an appearance that draws attention to yourself

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