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The conversation also touches on the role of parents and older generations in this shift. Some argue that the failure to teach children how to handle phone conversations properly is a parental shortcoming. Yet, others emphasize that exposure and practice are crucial; the only way to overcome social anxiety about calling is through consistent exposure, known as exposure therapy.
The speaker, reflecting on personal experience, notes that social anxiety can be mitigated by gradually immersing oneself in uncomfortable situations — a process that might take years but ultimately leads to confidence. For many, the key lies in accepting that making others uncomfortable by asserting oneself or speaking up is part of normal adult communication.