Hey! Looking to connect!

[thebeetle]

So.... I have really let myself become a reclusive and anxious person. I'm trying to resocialize myself and connect with people because it makes me sad to shut people out! I want to get to know you! That being said- what was the most ridiculous thing you've done because of anxiety? When was a time you were anxious but succeeded anyway? What quality do you most like about yourself?

It would mean a lot to me if you left an answer or just a random story in a comment

One time I hid In my closet to pee in a plastic bottle because I didn't want to go into the common area to get to the bathroom.

And I like that I never judge anyone but myself!

[CazO46]

Hi, good to hear from you and like the questions! I have many embarrassing stories I don't know which one to pick! My family like this one: I was on a camping holiday, arrived late in the dark, next morning I needed to shower but I get anxious using public showers/ toilets. Being brave I grabbed my toilet bag and marched into the shower block. went for shower, dressed, came out put make up on while chatting to couple of guys who were dressing. I was a bit shy but thought never mind I can do this. Once I was ready I wished them a good day and marched out to head back to my tent. It was only as I left that I noticed I was in the MENS Shower block, woman was opposite 😩 I could hear them laughing as I shut the door... mortified!! Now I can laugh as it was years ago!! We all have our moments ! X

[thebeetle in reply to CazO46]

Haha! Oops! But you totally made their day!

Best

[fauxartist in reply to CazO46]

that is hilarious CazO46 ....and glad you can laugh about it now...I think I have too many to even remember when it comes to this topic, I was always the one with the toilet paper stuck to my shoe.

[CazO46 in reply to fauxartist]

Honestly fauxartist my life is full of those kind of moments. All innocent mistakes that made me cringe at the time but I can laugh now.... Only because enough time has gone by for me to see the funny side and care less 😊!

[fauxartist in reply to CazO46]

you know the story of the women with a purple hat...at fifty she bought it on a whim but kept it in the box in the closet...at sixty she took it out of the box and looked at it, but put it back. At seventy she tried it on, still not wearing it out in public, and at eighty she just didn't care anymore what anyone thought about her purple hat, and wore it out proudly just cause she like it.

I'm not quite there yet, don't have a purple hat, but got a Hawaiian shirt I love.

[CazO46 in reply to fauxartist]

I hope we all get to a stage where we are proud to wear our purple hats ❤️! X

[needhelp2z in reply to CazO46]

That's an awesome story!

[Pleaidescluster]

Hello thebeetle~

I can relate...I do not interact with people more than necessary. & I do get very lonely at times...but life is already so overwhelming and complicated...I just have great difficulty adding social time into my mix. You are not alone in that manner..I have done so many stupid things because of my anxiety.

Its difficult for me to be overly kind to myself..I am working on a healthier level of self love. However, one thing I do like about myself is my ability to feel the emotions of those closest to me. Some people struggle with having that sort of connection, so it is something I recognize and value within myself. It helps me to better understand both sides of an issue, for example.

[thebeetle in reply to Pleaidescluster]

That's a really nice quality! I'm sure the people close to you really appreciate it. And I'm sorry to hear you feel lonely sometimes. Thanks for your message. I think it's amazing to have compassion.. the people around would probably be happy to get to spend a little more time with you.

[lovedogs51511]

Hi there! Due to my anxiety I can't really leave my condo. I'm agorophobic. Have been for a few decades! Anxiety has ruined my life. That and BDD disorder. I try and go for a walk early in the morning but usually get freaked out and have to come home.

[thebeetle in reply to lovedogs51511]

Gah! I get it. That's frustrating... But what do you like about yourself? You seem very forthright and honest

[lovedogs51511 in reply to thebeetle]

Yea I'm a genuine person. I've always been super honest all my life. I think that's the only way to be. I hate myself! If I can think of anything I would say like my eyes and smile. Another thing is how caring I am. How about you?

[thebeetle in reply to lovedogs51511]

wow! Please don't hate yourself! I know that's a completely pointless thing to say but I mean it truly. I struggle with it too and I think at the end of the day it's just not good to let that small voice totally take over. I'm a Savage towards myself. It can be devastating and I know that. So you're probably also very strong!

And I like that tomorrow is a new day and I will try again.

I'm sending you an electronic hugxx maybe you can be just a teeny bit caring towards yourself. It's kind of romantic you like your eyes and smile

[lovedogs51511 in reply to thebeetle]

Yea my self hatred is vicious! I have body dismorphic disorder and all day long I keep checking to see how ugly I am. Its the worst feeling. I messed up and smoked for 30 years and I have sagging skin on each side of my face. I can't stop smoking! What am I doing? Its so crazy. Nicotine destroyed my looks. Its to late now. I try and say good things to myself but then I say your the ugliest most disgusting person in the world!

[lovedogs51511 in reply to lovedogs51511]

Damn I've got to charge this phone its completely dead! Thanks for your advice!

[thebeetle in reply to lovedogs51511]

Don't worry mama! Do you want to quit smoking? I hope you're having a nice Sunday morning.

[lovedogs51511 in reply to thebeetle]

I'd so love to quit smoking.Its destroyed my face. It caused major sagging around my mouth. Wrinkiles on half my upper lip. I don't even look like me. I'm so mad at myself for smoking 30 years!!! Its way to late now but it would be still nice to quit. Its my last crutch I have. I've got to quit no excuses. Hope your having a beautiful Sunday as well😀😀

[thebeetle]

Sounds like you got thrown into the deep end!

[Jen456 in reply to thebeetle]

Hahaha good one!