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Colbeth draws parallels between their experiences of anxiety, highlighting that the physical impacts of social anxiety can often feel more debilitating than the emotional struggles. Together, they shed light on the common misconceptions surrounding social anxiety, emphasizing that it often manifests in severe, life-altering ways.

The Turning Point: Seeking Help

Estom candidly shares the alarming moment when her struggle culminated in a nervous breakdown during a crucial meeting at work. Overcome by panic, she fled the office and ended up at a hospital, where she finally received a diagnosis that named her experiences: Social Anxiety Disorder. The lack of understanding and acceptance surrounding mental health during her upbringing left her feeling isolated until that point.