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It’s normal to feel nervous in some social situations. In social anxiety disorder, fear and anxiety lead to avoidance that can disrupt your life. Severe stress can affect your daily routine, work, school, or other activities. Comfort levels in social situations vary, depending on personality traits and life experiences. Some people are naturally reserved and others are more outgoing. They may flare up if you’re facing a lot of stress or demands....

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. What I was even more psyched to find? Courtesy of Anthropologie A lot of these fitness itemscost less than $100. Of course, spending a lot of money on fitness apparel and accessories is not something youneedto do. you might live a healthy, active life without investing in fancy leggings or sports bras or water bottles....

Going to thedentistis about as much fun as plucking out your eyelashes one by one. If you dread going to the dentists office, youre not alone. I see this every day,Susan Maples, D.D.S., author ofBlabber Mouth! Science Photo Library/Getty Images I assume that patients haveanxietyabout their visits because, if they dont, theyre in the minority. Still, dentists swear these eight things can at least make the experience less traumatizing. This will numb the tissue so you wont feel things so acutely, she says....

Im afitness editorwho has never taken a hotyogaclass. I still cant decide if thats impressive or shameful, since its my job to try new workouts. Lets talk really quickly about what hot yoga actually means. Mikolette/Getty Images Hot usually means over 100 degrees. Heated is more like a power Vinyasa [class]. Founder Bikram Choudhurystarted Bikram yogain 1972 in San Francisco. Choudhury taught yoga in Japan and used space heaters to warm up the cold room....

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. Welcome to Great Fitness Products That Are on Sale Right Now. Bonus: you might actually run in them. Get it:$57 (originally $115),theoutnet.com

Watching anOlympic athletecompete is simply awe-inspiring. Their skill, strength, and stamina seems almost superhuman. Behind every athlete and team is a group of coaches and trainers dedicated to helping them succeed. Courtesy of Tschana Schiller Ski and Snowboard Team, at theCenter of Excellencetraining facility in Park City, Utah. Overall, Im here to develop and help build a well-rounded athlete, Schiller told me. They work on everything, from aerobic conditioning topower and strength....

Her advice is to allow healing and restoration to occur without any friction or trauma to thevaginal tissues. In other words, its best to avoid making the situation down there any worse. What are some early vaginal yeast infection symptoms? If you’ve ever had a yeast infection, you may wonder “can I have sex with a yeast infection?” What causes yeast infections? Sometimes, this fungus grows out of control in places like your vagina, throat, and mouth....

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. Read on for some of the coolest pieces from the Asos 4505 line. Courtesy of Asos Fair warning: You may be tempted to fill your online shopping cart to the brim, too.

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. I understand that, but I have to disagree. Sidney Bensimon Soul food cooking is all about optimizing flavor and texture. What we love and crave are the spices, the sauces, and the preparation style. Below are my best tips Ive learned throughout the years for flavorful, soul-filled vegan cooking....

In the 2015 world championships, they took home silver, and in 2016, bronze. And they’ve medaled at the Four Continents Championship the past three years. For their second Olympic appearance, Bates is also the U.S. figure skatingteam captain. Mitchell Haaseth/NBC “The mental side offigure skatingis the biggest challenge,” Bates tells SELF. “There are no opponents on the ice with you when you are out there competing. So in a way, its really like you are competing with yourself....

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. But skin experts say far too many people skip this essential piece of the skin-care puzzle. Getty/lisegagne Why is it so crucial tomoisturizeyour skin? It comes down to the stratum corneum, the outer layer of skin. And, yes, everyone can benefit from moisturizingeven those of you with oily skin....

Portions of the essay were excerpted byThe Endometriosis Foundation of Americayesterday. Here, experts share the most up-to-date information it’s crucial that you know about hysterectomies. Department of Health and Human Services Office on Womens Health: 1. Getty Images / Amanda Edwards / Stringer Partial hysterectomy (also known as subtotal or supracervical):Only the uterus is removed. Total hysterectomy:The uterus and cervix are both removed. In all cases, a hysterectomy makes it impossible to carry a pregnancy since the uterus is gone....

I’ve come to think of my slow-cooker as my kitchen sidekick. It can do just about anything, to delicious results. Even though you’re slow-cooking, your meal prep will be done before you know it. Andrew Purcell; Carrie Purcell Broccoli and brussels sprouts are great candidates because they’re sturdy and will hold up well in the fridge. Use it to make quick-cooking grains like quinoa or couscous or as a base for soups and stews....