Sugar Editorial Picks
Aug 28, 2008 -
Although I do enjoy a drink out with my girlfriends, I definitely know that there’s a difference between drinking socially and drinking to be social. However, many people suffer from anxiety when presented with certain social situations, and the natural effects of alcohol often curb those worries. Though it can lead to more problems than it's worth, it's not surprising to find that some people feel they have to drink to be comfortable among others.
- 22 Comments
Aug 18, 2008 -
As we make it through the personal successes, failures, and traumas of life, it’s inevitable that we pick up some sore spots along the way that when poked or nudged, can release a torrent of feelings. And just as we develop them on our own, it’s common for touchy subjects to arise as we encounter normal relationship issues. It could be something that consistently creates an argument or something that makes one person extremely uncomfortable, whatever it is, it always involves a lot of emotion.
- 19 Comments
Dec 11, 2007 -
Everyone gets nervous or anxious at some point in their lives, but if you or a friend is experiencing these feelings more times than not, anxiety might be to blame. This goes deeper than just feeling a little worried or paranoid; it's a mental condition that can cause physical symptoms such as panic attacks, sweating, increased heart rate, and heavy breathing. It can also cause people to be antisocial, withdrawn, and painfully shy.
- 33 Comments
Aug 21, 2007 -
Speaking in public can be really scary for some people. While we all get a little nervous or anxious, for some, it can be down right horrifying. It's a kind of Performance Anxiety and these feelings have a lot to do with low self-confidence and possibly a past failure or bad experience.
- 7 Comments
Aug 20, 2007 -
It's always nice to hear a compliment from someone, especially a stranger! Some people are good with receiving them whereas others get uneasy and shy when hearing other people say positive things about them. I'm not sure if it's a nervous habit, but I notice that some people automatically give a complement in return when they are given one.
- 15 Comments
Aug 09, 2007 -
Dear Sugar--
I am 26 and just moved to a different state. It has been about 10 months since I had a girlfriend (and sex) and I am currently getting serious with a girl I have been seeing. I have had the problem for years getting extremely nervous the first couple times having sex with my previous sex partners, in which I would not be able to keep it going and lose my sail if you will.
- 8 Comments
Other Search Results
Jul 15, 2008 -
I love the science and complexity of Nervous System's art works. Using their knowledge of algorithmic and physical tools, creative duo Jessica Rosenkrantz and Jesse Louis-Rosenberg created a collection of modern and innovative adornments that goes beyond classic jewelry.
Neck pieces, bracelets, and earrings are inspired from natural phenomena such as coral aggregations and interference patterns — say what?!
- 8 Comments
Nov 18, 2009 -
Sofía Vergara, the young, Latina wife on Modern Family, went on The View today. Things got off to an awkward enough start when Joy asked the Colombian actress, "So you really talk like that?" but then things got worse.
- 15 Comments
Nov 10, 2009 -
A good friend recently admitted she gets nervous and clammy whenever her boss schedules a meeting with her, which is quite often. She's never been given a bad review or stern talking to, but there's something about being called into a one-on-one that makes her panic.
When I asked her why she couldn't explain her fears, except that, like most SavvySugar readers, the recession and layoffs at her company have left her particularly uneasy and chipped away at her confidence.
- 8 Comments