Do you fear embarrassment? Here's how to overcome it
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By Ana Sandoiu
Fact checked by Jasmin Collier
Have you ever asked a woman if she's pregnant and she replied with a stern "No?" If so, did you instantly feel the need for the earth to open up and swallow you in a gaping hole of shame? I have, and I've been afraid of committing another social faux pas ever since. New research may have a useful tip for dealing with fear of embarrassment.
Embarrassment is normal, but anxiety about embarrassing ourselves in public can keep us from doing the things we want to do.
Ever since my "are you expecting?" incident, I've refrained from asking people whether they're pregnant.
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