Shyness
True or False:
Shyness is always a permanent trait.
False
What is self-blame?
Holding yourself responsible for negative outcomes, often unfairly.
True or False:
Anxiety can sometimes stop people from expressing themselves.
True
True or False:
Prejudice can improve relationships.
False.
True or False:
Rejection always means something is wrong with you.
False
What is shyness?
A feeling of discomfort or nervousness in social situations.
Give one example of self-critical inner dialogue.
Anything according to the lines of
“It’s all my fault,” or “I mess everything up.”
Name one common fear that affects communication.
Fear of failure, rejection, judgment, etc.
What is a stereotype?
A general assumption about someone based on their group.
What fear does failure often lead to?
Fear of trying again.
Name one strategy to reduce shyness in group settings.
Practice small talk, prepare ahead of time, or gradually face social fears.
What’s a healthy alternative to self-blaming thoughts?
Anything along the lines of
“I made a mistake, but I can learn from it.”
What are positive affirmations, and how do they help?
Encouraging statements that replace negative thoughts and boost confidence.
How do stereotypes hurt interpersonal effectiveness?
They cause misunderstanding and limit open communication.
How can someone bounce back from failure in a healthy way?
By viewing it as a learning opportunity and using positive self-talk.
What’s one difference between shyness and social anxiety?
Shyness is occasional discomfort; social anxiety is more intense and persistent.
What's a major way self-blame affects communication?
It lowers one's confidence and causes people to withdraw.
What role does perfectionism play in fear and anxiety?
It creates pressure to never make mistakes, which increases anxiety.
What’s one way to reduce personal bias?
Increase self-awareness, learn about other cultures, or practice empathy.
Why is rejection such a strong barrier to communication?
It creates fear of judgment and causes people to shut down or avoid others.
Describe a time when shyness could block interpersonal effectiveness.
Any answer that aligns with not speaking up in a group project or avoiding introductions.
What’s one of the most effective methods used to reframe negative self-talk?
Rewriting the thought with a more encouraging or realistic statement.
How can someone challenge a negative thought caused by fear?
Identify the specific thought, look for evidence for & against it, and replace it with a well-balanced, realistic thought.
Give an example of how stereotyping affects a real-life situation.
Anything along the lines of
Assuming someone can't fly first class because of their appearance.
Describe how fear of failure can affect future relationships.
It may cause someone to avoid opening up, taking risks, or trusting others.