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What to Do If You Get Nervous During a Conversation

October 25, 2026 · 3 min

You have to expect your social anxiety to get triggered sometimes. The key is to accept the feeling without giving in to the motivation to escape or shut off. It's completely possible to socialize well while feeling uncomfortable by…
Why Self-Criticism Makes Social Anxiety Worse

October 14, 2026 · 8 min

In this episode I explore how self-criticism and the pressure to perform can fuel anxiety, and how changing the way we respond to ourselves can change our experience. If you think anxiety might be holding you back, learn more about my…
How To Socialize Without Feeling Drained

September 21, 2026 · 13 min

Do you enjoy socializing, but find yourself completely drained afterwards? This video describes how I’ve learned to connect without exhausting my social battery. Download the full list of 15 ways I became more self-confident here…
5 Things Socially Skilled People Do Differently in Conversation

September 11, 2026 · 13 min

If you want help finding better answers to the questions people actually ask (including examples of what I would say), get the worksheet here: https://learn.thomassmithyman.com/Con... In this episode, I share five surprising things I’ve…
How To Master The Art Of Conversation (Using Psychology)

September 1, 2026 · 16 min

If you want help finding better answers to the questions people actually ask (including examples of what I would say), get the worksheet here: https://learn.thomassmithyman.com/Con... Ever been asked about yourself and felt like the…

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Why You Think You're Being Rejected (When You're Not)

August 19, 2026 · 16 min

In this episode, I explain three hidden psychological barriers that may be causing you to unintentionally filter out people who are actually into you. To work more on your social and psychological health, join the newsletter…
What Actually Matters When You Meet Someone New

August 11, 2026 · 11 min

In this episode, I explain why dating can feel like a performance or evaluation, and what helps it feel more natural and enjoyable instead. To work more on your social and psychological health, join the email list: htt…
You Owe It to Everyone to Take a Vacation

July 30, 2026 · 13 min

If you're a hard-worker who's feeling the grind, this episode is for you. As a psychologist, I've delved into both the research and real-world cases to uncover the truth about the necessity of vacations and the fears that keep us from…
Facing Your Fears: 3 Lessons That Will Transform Your Life

July 21, 2026 · 10 min

As a clinical psychologist, I've spent decades exploring the landscape of fear, not just professionally, but personally. In this video, I'm sharing the three pivotal lessons that you can learn when you face your fears. Join me as I…
Stop Overthinking Social Situations: The Mindset Shift That Freed Me

July 5, 2026 · 10 min

Do you ever find yourself frozen in social situations, haunted by what others might think of you? In this podcast, I reveal the insights that triggered a mindset shift and helped free me from the shackles of social anxiety. This is a…
The Science of Playing Hard To Get

June 27, 2026 · 15 min

This episode is about the psychology of playing hard to get, revealing indicators, how it works, and whether it's a good dating strategy, along with the downsides of using it. To work more on your social and psychological health, join…
The Shift That Makes You Instantly More Magnetic

June 20, 2026 · 14 min

This episode explores one reason we get overlooked, and what to do about it. If you want to work on dating and connecting, you can get my book here: https://geni.us/DatingWithoutFear To work more on your social and psychological health…

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I'm Thomas, a PhD clinical psychologist and author helping you optimize your social and psychological health. New episodes go live every two weeks on Spotify and https://www.youtube.com/@DrThomasSmithyman