Dealing with social anxiety as a man? You’re not alone.
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In this video, I share a real-life story about how I faced intense social anxiety at a local concert — and the simple, practical steps that helped me stay grounded, connect with others, and walk away feeling good about the night.
00:00 – Intro Sean's Social Anxiety
00:33 – Social Anxiety is common in men
01:12 – My Lifelong Struggle With Social Anxiety
02:00 – A Recent Social Anxiety Experience
03:12 – Overwhelmed at a Local Concert
04:24 – The First Strategy: Give Yourself an Out
05:18 – Finding Safe People in the Crowd
06:00 – Working the Periphery
07:05 – Calming the Nervous System
08:04 – Real Conversations With Friends
09:10 – Reflections on Social Anxiety
10:15 – Breathing, Awareness, and Compassion
11:05 – Conclusion: Managing Social Anxiety as a Man
Having spent 17 years leading men’s groups and listening to thousands of guys talk about anxiety, I’ve learned that social anxiety doesn’t discriminate — it hits confident guys, introverts, leaders, and everyday men alike. The key is knowing how to navigate it when it shows up. Whether it’s breathing, working the edges of the room, or finding one safe connection, the tools I share are based on what actually works.
If you ever feel overwhelmed in social settings or you avoid events because of anxiety, this video is for you. It’s not expert advice — just a personal story of me applying the wisdom I absorbed from men's groups around feeling socially anxious that might help you feel less alone in your own experience.
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