Awkward to Authentic
Does this sound familiar?
- You get stuck in your head while everyone else seems to talk with ease.
- You’re scared people will think you’re weird, dumb, or boring.
- You replay conversations like they were a test you failed.
The Braver Lab is a learning community where awkwardness is normal, and confidence is built step by step.
A structured space to build real confidence.
Practice social skills in a community where awkward is normal.
The Braver Lab isn’t about “just being more confident.” It’s about trying things out in a low-pressure space where support is always available.
Inside, you’ll find:
- Guided social experiments
- Conversation prompts
- Structured challenges
You can test new skills, get feedback from others who get it, and receive expert guidance along the way.
No judgment. No pressure.
Just step-by-step skill-building with a community that understands.
Start with a 7-day warm-up to build momentum.
You’ll begin with a gentle 7-day challenge designed to help you “go first” in small, doable ways.
From trying out go-to phrases to joining a group chat (even if you just wave 👋🏽), this quick-start sequence helps you shift from stuck to braver.
You'll get tools, scripts, and prompts to support real-world progress.
Built-in accountability and encouragement.
You’re not doing this alone. Our members are working through the same fears, doubts, and wins.
Whether you’re celebrating a brave moment, asking for feedback, or just saying “this was hard,” the community is here to support you, without pressure to overshare.
It’s also lurker-friendly. Jump in when you’re ready. We'll meet you where you are.
Monthly lessons and challenges, customized by the community.
Each month, Dr. Ali shares a new lesson based on real requests from inside the Lab.
- Want to get better at joining group convos?
- Speaking up at work?
- Asking someone out?
You’ll learn the science behind the skills—then apply them through guided steps (with optional accountability).
Lab members always vote on what we focus on next.
Live office hours with Dr. Ali.
You’ve probably tried journaling. Meditation. Affirmations. Maybe even watched a few charisma videos.
But none of that solves the real problem:
You’re not sure what to do in social situations—and you have nowhere safe to practice.
The Braver Lab is built to solve that problem.
Because confidence doesn’t come from thinking.
It grows out of doing.
What makes The Braver Lab different?
It’s designed by someone who actually gets it.
I’m not a “just be confident” social media coach. I’ve treated social anxiety for over a decade—and lived with it my whole life.
I know how overwhelming it can feel to speak up in a group, go first in a conversation, or just show up as yourself.
This work is personal for me—and The Braver Lab is the space I wish existed years ago.
We focus on the real skill gap: social action.
Social anxiety isn’t a mindset problem. It’s an action problem.
You can’t think your way into confidence. You have to practice real social moves in real situations.
The Braver Lab helps you do exactly that—with structure, tools, feedback, and support.
A practice space (without the pressure).
This isn’t therapy. It’s a learning community where you can experiment with new ways of connecting—on your own terms.
You control the pace. Start as a quiet observer. Try a mini challenge. Ask a question. Share when you’re ready.
The Braver Lab is built for socially anxious people, by someone who truly understands what that means.
It grows with you.
We don’t expect you to change overnight.
Whether you’re a lurker, a quiet participant, or someone ready to stretch a little—The Braver Lab meets you where you are. No need to perform. No need to prove anything.
Just show up in whatever way you can. And we’ll be here when you do.
This is for you if…
✅ You want to connect with people but freeze, go blank, or get stuck in your head the moment you try.
✅ You overthink everything you say and constantly worry you’re coming off as awkward, annoying, or boring.
✅ You want to speak up (at work, in groups, on dates) but your words get stuck or don’t come out right.
✅ You keep putting off things like reaching out, returning messages, or making plans even though you want more connection.
✅ You’re tired of avoiding, masking, or ghosting and you want a better way forward that feels safe, doable, and real.
You are not broken
Wherever you’re starting, there’s a path for you:
Learn
- Best for quiet achievers who want to learn solo.
- Includes access to all lessons, tools, and replays.
- Price: $50/month
Connect
- Best for community-minded folks ready to practice together.
- Includes everything in Learn, plus full access to the community, monthly challenges, and live office hours.
- Price: $150/month
Accelerate
- Best for those ready to fast-track confidence with extra support.
- Everything in Connect, plus monthly 1:1 coaching and priority feedback.
- Price: $500/month
Not sure which tier is right for you?
Start with a 7-day free trial of Learn. You can always upgrade later and cancel anytime.
Ready to build confidence without faking it?
If you’re tired of feeling stuck in your head while everyone else just talks…
If you’re ready to stop avoiding and start practicing—even if your voice shakes…
You’ll get:
- A gentle 7-day starter experience to build momentum.
- A brave community to practice with—at your own pace.
- Tools, scripts, and step-by-step support to help you show up as yourself.
- Monthly lessons and challenges designed by Dr. Ali.
- Live office hours to get real questions answered in real time.
Spots are limited—and the next challenge starts soon.
Join now and start building confidence one brave step at a time.
No risk. No pressure.
If it’s not the right fit, you’ve got a 7-day money-back guarantee.
Want to test it out first? Start with a free 7-day trial and explore quietly.
You don’t have to get it right. You just have to be real. We’ll help you practice the rest.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this therapy?
The Braver Lab is not psychotherapy.
Therapy is designed to diagnose mental health conditions, explore how your past impacts your present, and offer a personalized treatment plan.
The Braver Lab is different.
It’s a step-by-step learning community led by an expert in social anxiety. We are focused on building real-world social confidence skills, not delivering mental health treatment.
If you're looking for a licensed mental health professional, we’ve got you covered. Inside the Lab, you'll find a full resource guide that includes:
- How to tell if therapy might help you.
- What kind of therapy is best for social anxiety.
- How to find a good therapist (even if you're anxious about calling one).
- Questions to ask before committing to a therapist.
- How therapy and The Braver Lab can work together.
What if I’m super socially anxious and scared to join?
That’s exactly who The Braver Lab is built for.
You don’t have to speak up, post, or turn your camera on.
You can start by observing, reading, and going through lessons quietly.
Many members begin as lurkers and gradually build comfort—you set the pace, and we’ll support you every step of the way.
Do I have to show up live?
Nope.
All live office hours are recorded, and you can pre-submit questions anonymously. You’ll never be expected to perform or speak on the spot.
What if I freeze in groups or don’t know what to say?
That’s totally normal and totally expected.
That’s why we give you step-by-step tools, scripts, conversation starters, and mini social experiments to try out.
You'll also see how other members navigate similar challenges, so you're never doing it alone.
How much time does this take?
You can make meaningful progress in as little as 10 minutes a day.
The 7-day intro is gentle and doable. Monthly challenges are flexible.
Everything is designed with “low social battery” days in mind.
What’s your refund policy?
If you join and realize it’s not for you, just let us know within the first 7 days—we’ll refund you, no questions asked.
We also offer a free 7-day trial of our Learn tier so you can explore quietly before you commit.