Introduce the concept of social anxiety, emphasizing its prevalence and how it affects interpersonal interactions. Encourage students to share personal experiences in a supportive environment. Use open-ended questions and the discussion prompts from the Social Anxiety Discussion Guide to facilitate conversation.

Explain what triggers are, relating them to personal experiences and common social situations. Guide students through a reflection activity using the Trigger Identification Worksheet followed by small group discussion.

Discuss the physiological and emotional responses to anxiety. Lead a mindfulness exercise to help students focus on their bodily sensations and journal their experiences. Encourage reflection on how these responses impact social interactions.

Introduce practical coping strategies such as deep breathing and positive self-talk. Utilize the Coping Strategies Role-Play Cards to simulate realistic social scenarios. Encourage role-playing in groups and facilitate peer feedback.

Facilitate a reflective discussion to review the strategies learned during the sessions. Guide students in creating a personal action plan for managing social anxiety and summarize the key takeaways for continuous support.