Dr. Aziz Gazipura, Psychologist and Author
Authentic Confidence with Dr. Aziz
Do you worry what other people will think? Does it make you doubt yourself, feel guilty, and ultimately stop you from being fully yourself? This can show up as people-pleasing and difficulty saying no. Or as social anxiety, staying silent in meetings, replaying conversations for hours afterward. Dr. Aziz Gazipura is a clinical psychologist and bestselling author of Not Nice. He's helped thousands of people break free from self-doubt and the fear of others' opinions. After 20 years of clinical work, Dr. Aziz discovered one pattern running underneath all of it. He calls it the approval trap: pri...
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Jul 7, 2026
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Episodes
The World Is A Friendly Place 27.08.2014 31:28
Do you see the world as a friendly place? Do you imagine that most people are intereted in talking with you, meeting you, and maybe even becoming your friend or girlfriend? For most, this is NOT the picture of the world they have. In fact, the world seems scary, hostile, and quick to reject. People are cold and distant. Join Dr. Aziz as he breaks through these ideas and helps you see that the worl...
Who Cares What They Think? 20.08.2014 30:38
Have you ever held yourself back from doing something you wanted to do? Of course! We all have. But what exactly stopped you? Were you concerned about how other people might react? Were you worried about judgement? Ridicule? Holding yourself back based on what "they" might think is one of the most powerful ways to stay stuck in shyness. Join Dr. Aziz as he blows a hole through what "they" wi...
The Acceptance Paradox 13.08.2014 32:33
Do you hate feeling anxiety, doubt, or other "negative" emotions? Because these feelings can be unpleasant, the most common reaction is to try to push them away or get rid of them. We must conquer the anxiety and destory it forever! But this approach actually just leads to more pain and frustration. There is a better way! Join Dr. Aziz as he interviews an expert in Acceptance And Commitment T...
It's Possible IF... 06.08.2014 30:22
Do you believe your goals are possible? Do you believe you can find love, enjoy your work, and make an impact in the world? Can you create the life you really want? After a decade of research, Dr. Aziz is convinced that creating an outstanding life is entirely possible, IF you are willing to do one specific thing. Join him in this exciting and inspring episode to learn how to harness the power of...
The Comparison Game 30.07.2014 31:55
Do you compare yourself to others often? Do you frequently see yourself as inferior or "less than" others? So often we see the strengths and positive qualities of others, but have a hard time seeing our own value. Frequent comparison just makes this worse. Join Dr. Aziz as he shows you how to stop playing the comparison game, and start feeling proud of who you really are.
The Genuine Approach 23.07.2014 30:56
Want to know how to meet women, create conversations, and go on dates, all by being yourself? So much infomration out there on the internet tells guys not to be themselves. It encourages you to use "game" tactics, manipulation, and other ways to "make" women like you. If you are tired of this and looking for ways to simply meet women and create relationships by being yourself, then this episode wi...
Free Yourself From Toxic Shame 16.07.2014 31:50
Ever have that feeling that there's something wrong with you? Not that you did something bad, but that you are bad. That feeling is called "toxic shame" and it is at the root of shyness and social anxiety. Join Dr. Aziz in the second part of his interview with Sean Cooper, where you will learn exactly what toxic shame is and how to free yourself from its grasp.
Hidden Inferiority 09.07.2014 29:20
Do you feel nervous around some people but not others? Perhaps it's your boss, a "cool" guy, or a woman you find attractive? Join Dr. Aziz as he uncovers what's happening behind the scenes that makes you feel this anxiety. He interviews guest expert Sean Cooper, creator of The Shyness-Social Anxiety system, which has helped thousands of people world-wide rid themselves of social fears.
Social Fitness 101 02.07.2014 28:02
Many people think being social and confident are things that you either have or don't. This couldn't be further from the truth. In reality, social confidence is a skill that can developed over time. You can think of your social abilities like your physical fitness. The more you practice and develop them, the better they get. Join Dr. Aziz as he describes how "social fitness" is like physical fitne...
Don't Let Fear Stop You 25.06.2014 31:37
There is something you want to be able to do. Maybe it's starting conversations, making friends, improving your love life, or starting that big project. Something that would make your life more fulfilling, exciting, and interesting... But then the voice of fear and self-doubt kicks in. What if it doesn't work? You're not good enough to do that... You'll fail and then everyone will see that and jud...
How To Love Yourself 18.06.2014 29:13
When you don't like yourself, life is difficult. It's hard to feel happy, take on new goals, and create satisfying relationships. Everything seems to fall short. Learning how like yourself, love yourself, and be on your own side no matter what is the most important skill you will ever learn . Join Dr. Aziz as he breaks down exactly how to start doing this now .
The Power Of Exposure with Dr. Robin Zasio 11.06.2014 36:47
There is one approach to blasting through shyness and social anxiety that has been scientifically proven to work. It's been studied and tested with thousands of people, of all ages, races, and genders. It works for virtually everyone. Join Dr. Aziz as he interviews Dr. Robin Zasio, of the hit A&E show Hoarder's and Animal Planet's My Extreme Animal Phobia. They discuss the exact steps of life-...
Go For No 04.06.2014 30:06
How do you get more of what you want out of life? How do you go beyond surviving and actually thrive? How do you achieve your dreams and lead a life of fulfillment? The answer is "Go For No." Join Dr. Aziz as he discusses how to overcome your fear of rejection and go after exactly what you want. This direct focus will get you that "yes," but you will rack up many "no's" along the way.
The Courage To Be Vulnerable 28.05.2014 32:58
Being vulnerable, especially as a man, can be difficult. We get many messages growing up that we must be strong, in charge, and always "have it together." Revealing challenges, confusion, or pain can make us feel weak, or worse... Join Dr. Aziz as he reveals why vulnerability is uncomfortable, how to make it easier to do, and how to transform your life by telling the truth!
Changing The Way You Think (Part 2) 21.05.2014 33:32
So much of our anxiety can come from our thinking. We can scare ourselves senseless by imagining all sorts of bad outcomes and negative scenarios, most of which never acutally occur! Join Dr. Aziz in the 2nd half of his interview with NLP expert and author, Brad Pendergraft as he talks about the physiology of excitement and anxiety, and how to transform your feelings in an instant.
Changing The Way You Think (Part 1) 14.05.2014 34:59
Did you know that you are "doing" social anxiety? It is actually a pattern that you run in your mind and body. Join Dr. Aziz as he interviews Brad Pendegraft, NLP expert and author of The Entrepreneurial Brain. Once you disocver exaclty how you are creating this pattern of social anxiety, you will have the insight needed to shift it rapidly.
Defeat Your Fear Of Rejection 07.05.2014 29:51
How do you feel about rejection? Do you hate it and avoid it at all costs? That might be part of the problem...Join Dr. Aziz as he shares why rejection is so painful and exactly how to overcome your fear of it. You will learn how to defeat your fear of rejection so that you can start talking to people, meeting women, and going after what you really want in life.
You And Your Inner Critic 30.04.2014 38:39
What do you say to yourself in your own head? No, you're not crazy... Everyone has a voice in their head that tells them things. Most commonly, it is critical and judgmental. It tells you that you can't do things and that people won't like you. Join Dr. Aziz as he uncovers the source of this negative voice and teaches you how to break free from it forever. If you are stuck in self-doubt or you don...
Overcoming Fear (Part 2) 23.04.2014 35:07
The biggest obstacle in your way is fear. It's not your appearance, your net worth, your clothes. These are just things you focus on instead of the real underlying block, which is simply fear. In order to overcome shyness and social anxiety, you must be willing to confront and overcome your fears. In this episode, Dr. Aziz goes deeper into how to transform your relationship with fear to no longer...
Overcoming Fear (Part 1) 16.04.2014 29:51
What stops you from having the life you truly want? Most likely, it comes down to fear. Fear of failure, fear of what others will think, and fear that you just aren't good enough. Join Dr. Aziz to learn how to break free from self-doubt and the limitations of your fears.
How To Change Your Story 09.04.2014 27:09
What stories do you have about yourself? Do you perceive yourself as attractive, capable, and effective in the world? Do you believe you deserve to be loved for who you are? Or do you see yourself as defective, awkward, and unlovable? Whatever you believe about yourself tends to create your reality. If you think no one can like or love you, then that is what you will discover. Join Dr. Aziz to unc...
The Cause Of Shyness 02.04.2014 30:00
If you are feeling stuck with shyness and social anxiety, then you probably have come to some pretty negative conclusions about yourself. You might think there's something wrong with you and you are somehow different or worse than others. Join Dr. Aziz as he breaks through the myths about shyness and uncovers what the REAL cause of shyness and social anxiety is...and it's not what you think!
What Is Social Anxiety? 03.02.2014 30:22
Do you have social anxiety? Join Dr. Aziz to discover what the difference between shyness and social anxiety is. You'll also learn the truth about social anxiety and what the biggest misconceptions are about social anxiety.
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