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The speaker begins with a mantra that resonated well with his audience: when feeling social anxiety unrelated to physical danger, one should confront it head-on. This advice helped him forge connections and seize opportunities, leading to friendships and professional success. However, he acknowledges a critical flaw in this mindset: when we experience anxiety, our bodies naturally enter a fight or flight response.
While moving toward fear can generate positive experiences, consistently reacting to anxiety with urgency can lead to larger issues in relationships. For example, if one has only learned to run toward anxiety, they may become overwhelmed by the need for constant resolution in situations where space and calm are necessary.