# Agony Aunties: Managing Social Anxiety in Midlife

An episode of [Therapy Works](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1646616622), 3 Oct 2025, 10 min.

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In this week’s Agony Aunties, we answer a listener’s question about social anxiety returning in midlife. We talk about why it can resurface — from life transitions to physical changes — and share gentle, practical ways to manage it, from planning ahead to leaning on allies. Above all, it’s about self-compassion and staying connected. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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