"People Around" — a lecture & psychological stand-up on how to tame social fears and boost your soft skills

Do you leave parties early because you end up stuck in a corner staring at your phone? Avoid networking events even though you need to look for a job soon? Struggle to speak in a new language, ask someone to turn down the music — or ask for a raise? The thought of public speaking makes your heart skip a beat — yet you want to pitch your projects and handle tough negotiations?

At this event, we’ll explore how social fears work — from mild awkwardness to full-blown social anxiety:

Why we freeze, shrink, and flee (even when we long to be brave)
 What habits reinforce insecure behavior and why “just be yourself” doesn’t work
What helps grow social courage step-by-step (and what definitely doesn’t) — and how to break free from the fear of judgment or rejection

We'll unpack social fears using evidence-based psychotherapy approaches (ACT, CFT, CBT, and IFS), go through real-life examples, and discuss audience questions (for those brave enough to ask!).