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EPISODE · Feb 3, 2026 · 21 MIN

the fear of embarrassment (and how it fueled my social anxiety)

from SELF with Savana Johnson · host Savana Johnson

In this episode, I’m sharing my personal experience with social anxiety and how I realized that an underlying fear of embarrassment was quietly running so many of my thoughts, behaviors, and choices. And how healing that fear changed everything for me.We talk about:how fear of embarrassment keeps you small without you realizing itwhy “cringe culture” makes being human feel unsafehow social anxiety thrives on the belief that everyone is watching youwhy embarrassment won’t actually harm you — but avoiding your life willand how letting yourself be seen (even imperfectly) is often the doorway to confidenceIf you’ve ever held yourself back because you didn’t want to look stupid, awkward, or embarrassing… this episode is for you.Your life gets bigger when your fear of embarrassment gets smaller✨Click here to watch the episode on Youtube !! Join SELF — A safe space for the woman who’s ready to rise — to reconnect, reclaim her power, and create a life that feels like her.✨Follow Savana on IG @self.withsavanaFollow Savana on Tiktok @self.withsavanaDisclaimer: This episode reflects my personal experience and is not medical advice. Please seek support from a qualified mental health professional if needed.

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