you’re anxious? Each of these is an example of how people sometimes overcompensate 
to cover up what they perceive to be ﬂaws. If you can think of examples of times when 
you have overcompensated in social situations for what you thought were ﬂaws or faults, 
list them below.
Excessive checking and reassurance seeking.  Social anxiety, shyness, and performance 
anxiety sometimes can lead people to engage in frequent checking and reassurance 
seeking behaviors. Examples include frequently looking in the mirror to make sure that