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A year ago, I indulged in a lot of negative thinking, and for the past six months, I haven't been able to talk to anyone through eye contact. Even when I try, I feel shy and always end up embarrassed, resulting in very low confidence. Although I want to talk to others, my shyness prevents me from doing so. What should I do now?
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Thanks for reaching out. You are having negative thoughts and since six months you are not able to interact with people. You are also having low self-esteem. You want to be able to go out and feel comfortable among a crowd. You also want to be able to speak to people easily.
It sounds like something is bothering you and it is triggering negative thoughts. It is important to know what is making you have negative thoughts. Consult a psychologist and explain about negative thoughts and fear of talking to people. If you feel you might have social anxiety consult a psychiatrist for diagnosis. Also, consult a psychologist for counselling sessions.
With the help of counselling sessions there will come a time when you will be able to talk to people with a calm state of mind.
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Consult a psychiatrist and psychologist.
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Contact me for counselling sessions. Along with counselling I can suggest natural foods to calm the mind.
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It seems that you are undergoing a lot of psychological changes. It needs to be treated asap otherwise it may get complicated.
It can be well treated with counseling sessions and homeopathic medicine if required.
You need an expert Psychologist who is a good homeopathic physician.
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I have been working as a Homeopathic Psychiatrist for the last 17 years. you can contact me through an online appointment for further assistance.
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Sometime our past experiences affect our thinking, feelings and behaviour.So try to connect backwardly and identify those factors or experiences which developed negative thoughts and suppressed emotions and expression then try to understand, accept and improve upon the present condition.
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Improve upon your overall experience and self image to explore environment without consideration of people opinions.
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start working on overall personality and self image to improve your self perceive value in your own eyes rather than in people's eyes.
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The two minds continually playing inside of you might be making you feel exhausting. You want to overcome, but subconscious old patterns are overpowering.
Through hypnotherapy we can build confidence very easily. It directly programs our subconscious mind. Its safe & drugless therapy.
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U need proper guidance of a psychologist as you have developed this problem over the span six months. Identify the thoughts that come to ur mind when you try to interact with others and feel shy and note it down.
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Consult a psychologist
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You can overcome this problem step by step. First step is to identify the disturbing thoughts associated with the disturbing situation.
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Hello, please try to write your thoughts and then try to assess if it is a fact or an assumption. Try to maintain a daily routine. Exercise at least once everyday for 20 mins.
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You could also try calling up a mental health helpline, some of those are free.
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Please contact a psychologist and consider seeking therapy.
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Hi, Consult a psychologist
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Ms. Simran Sharma
Psychologist
1 yrs exp
Kolkata
I'm sorry to hear that you're experiencing this. It's understandable that negative thinking can affect your confidence and social interactions. Taking small steps can be beneficial. Start by practicing eye contact in front of a mirror or with someone you trust. Gradually increase the duration and try engaging in brief conversations. Additionally, consider seeking support from a counselor or therapist who can provide strategies to overcome shyness and build your confidence.
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Ms. Smriti
Counselling Psychologist
15 yrs exp
Bangalore
Connect with with psychologist to resolve inner conflicts
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Ms. Rooplata Bangera
Counselling Psychologist
4 yrs exp
Bangalore
Hello !
You have been through a year of negative and past six months of being embarrassed about it causing inconvenience to your life. Why wait further ? Life is precious, dont waste it in suffering in silence. Consult a psychologist, talk it out, seek help instead of waiting and suffering further.
Take care!
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Consult a psychologist immediately.
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