Understanding Social Anxiety: Building Confidence in Social Situations

Participants will gain insights into what social anxiety is, why it develops, and how it affects thoughts, emotions, and behavior in social situations. The session will discuss key concepts such as fear of evaluation, self-consciousness, avoidance patterns, and emotional regulation. Participants will also explore practical strategies to manage anxious thoughts, reduce physical symptoms, and build confidence in communication and social engagement in everyday life.
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Feb 28, 2026
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Understanding the Psychology Behind Social Anxiety
Gain a deeper understanding of social anxiety and why social situations can feel overwhelming for some individuals. Participants will learn how personality traits, upbringing, cultural expectations, and negative self-beliefs shape social anxiety and influence behavior such as avoidance, overthinking, or self-criticism.
Emotional Awareness: Recognizing Triggers and Anxiety Responses
This section helps participants identify emotional and situational triggers that activate social anxiety, such as public speaking, meeting new people, or being observed by others. Participants will learn techniques to manage anxious reactions, regulate emotions, and respond to social situations with greater calm and self-control.
Building Confidence and Healthy Social Connections
Learn practical strategies to reduce social anxiety and build confidence in interpersonal interactions. Activities such as cognitive reframing, grounding exercises, gradual exposure, assertive communication, and self-compassion practices will be shared

Upcoming events

Join Praan's transformative events - webinars, seminars, and workshops. Open doors to mental well-being. Together, let's build a compassionate community for a brighter future.
Feb 28, 2026
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Webinar
Understanding Social Anxiety: Building Confidence in Social Situations
This webinar explores social anxiety and its psychological roots, helping participants understand how fear of judgment and self-doubt impact social interactions, confidence, and emotional well-being.
Mar 28, 2026
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Webinar
Overthinking: Understanding and Breaking the Thought Cycle
This webinar explores overthinking and its psychological roots, helping participants understand how repetitive and excessive thoughts affect emotions, decisionmaking, and overall well-being.

Previous events

Take a look at a snapshot of some of our past activities.
Jun 21, 2025
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Event
International Yoga Day
Celebrating breath, balance, and being. On International Yoga Day, we came together in movement and stillness, sharing a space of calm, presence, and energy. May this feeling stay with us every day.
Jun 14, 2025
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Event
VIP Orientation
We kicked off the VIP journey with a warm and insightful orientation, welcoming our new volunteers into a space of learning, reflection, and connection. It set the tone for what’s to come — growth, purpose, and community.
May 31, 2025
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Offline Workshop
Canvas Within
It was a workshop on expressive art therapy curated for the residents of Boston Living by the Praan team.
May 24, 2025
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Webinar
Break free from Anxiety
This webinar helps participants understand anxiety better and equips them with coping strategies and tools to address and effectively manage anxiety.
Apr 26, 2025
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Webinar
Let's Talk Autism: Facts, Feels, and Fresh Perspectives
In recognition of April as World Autism Awareness Month, this webinar delves into a deeper understanding of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). It empowers caregivers with tools for acceptance, promotes the well-being of children with autism, and provides actionable support strategies.
Mar 22, 2025
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Webinar
Accelerate Action: Harnessing Creativity
The webinar is designed to celebrate and empower women in honour of International Women’s Day by promoting self-awareness, breaking through barriers, and using creativity for personal growth and empowerment.
Mar 18, 2025
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Offline Workshop
Finding Happiness, Caregivers Workshop - Dean foundation
Praan conducted a workshop for the caregivers at Dean Foundation, Chennai. The focus was on small, sustainable shifts, reframing everyday moments, cultivating gratitude, and embracing self-compassion.
Mar 17, 2025
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Offline Workshop
Happiness and Fulfilment - Sony Workshop
Praan conducted an engaging and interactive workshop for Sony India in Chennai, focusing on exploring the science of happiness and fulfilment through the lens of the PERMA model