Note: This episode was recorded when this show was known as Human Internet Theory.
If you have ever felt that wave of anxiety when you hit the record button, I want you to know you are not alone. In this episode, I talk about why so many of us are camera shy. I won't tell you to "fake it till you make it" in this one. Because I think it is more helpful to first understand the real reason behind this feeling!
I explain the science of why our brains react this way, which is a natural human response connected to a deep-seated fear of social judgment.
Once we understand "the why", we can build a practical plan to get comfortable. I walk you through a step-by-step process called desensitization. This method is all about starting small, and gradually building your skills and confidence. I share specific, low-stakes ways to begin practicing. The goal here is to create a personalized plan that works for you, allowing you to get your practice in and be forgiving with yourself along the way.
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Host: Jen deHaan has a background of almost 30 years in tech, education, & instructional design and 10 years in improv and performance.
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