This statement may seem to reduce social anxiety to a trivial thing, but it can help us to realise something very important: the only reason we are feeling anxious is because we are believing anxiety-inducing thoughts.

Understanding this can be incredibly empowering. When we recognise that our anxiety stems from our own thoughts, we gain the ability to challenge and change those thoughts. By questioning the validity of our anxious thoughts and reframing them in a more positive or realistic light, we can significantly reduce our feelings of anxiety. This shift in perspective can lead to greater emotional resilience and a more peaceful state of mind.