218. Attending Social Events Alone without Self-Consciousness or Shame

Does the thought of attending an event alone feel awful? In this episode, Sade Curry discusses the stigma and shame associated with attending social events alone, particularly after divorce or being single. 

She shares her personal experience of attending events alone and contrasts it with her clients' feelings of inadequacy and exposure. 

Sade emphasizes that societal conditioning and internalized beliefs contribute to this shame, urging individuals to challenge these thoughts through coaching and self-examination. 

She advises identifying and addressing subconscious blocks, processing emotions, and redefining the meaning of being alone at events. By changing internal narratives, individuals can overcome the fear of judgment and enjoy social experiences more fully.

You will learn how to:

• Examine your own thoughts and feelings about attending events alone. Identify any underlying beliefs or conditioning that may be contributing to feelings of shame or anxiety.
• Slow down and reflect on the reasons why you may be avoiding or procrastinating on attending social events alone. Explore whether these reasons are based on societal conditioning or your own chosen beliefs.
• Process any emotions, such as grief, anxiety, or shame, that come up when considering attending events alone. Allow these emotions to move through your body and create an openness to change your beliefs.
• Develop tools and strategies to handle any discomfort or awkwardness that may arise when attending events alone, focusing on redefining the meaning you associate with being alone in these situations.