Anxiety prone

[Sunandmoon43]

New to the group. I have had anxiety for years. It is such a drag living with anxiety. Believe me when I say I manage it well most of the time but there are some days when it seems like nothing works. What gets me is when I get around certain types of people I tend to get more anxious and start showing that there is a issue. It's is embarrassing. Then for some time after the encounter I play it back in my head over and over again tormenting myself. It is overwhelming and honestly uncontrollable. I am totally antisocial now. I just thought I'd throw this out there to see if there are any others that experience this as well.

[LilyAnnepuppy]

I have some social anxiety as well and understand where you’re coming from.

Welcome to the group. There is a lot of support here. Keep posting.

[012703060610]

Yes welcome! I have developed severe agoraphobia since COVID. Don't know if I can even hold a conversation for more than 10 minutes. My best friends are my medical team as that is why I have to leave the house. Have you tried any therapy? Those circular thoughts are very difficult. Any friend or family member that you can confide in? We are all here for you and you are in the right place for support.

[Sunandmoon43 in reply to 012703060610]

I personally can't stand talking to medical they are the people I tend to act weird in front of. It's so ridiculous how I get in front of them. And yeah I have my husband and kids that I spend time with. Going out and doing things isn't the problem it's talking to people. I wish I was more social but that's just not the case. I have been to therapy and worked through so many things but this one situation just won't change.

[Midori]

I avoid folks who make me feel uneasy in groups, seems safer that way, to me, anyway!

Cheers, Midori

[Sunandmoon43 in reply to Midori]

I agree with you.

[designguy]

Hello, it sounds like you are dealing with social anxiety which is something I dealt with for years. My suggestion is that you find a therapist that specifically treats social anxiety and work with them. they typically use group and exposure therapy as part of the process. There are also good online resources and even programs available, I really like the youtube videos and approach of Sebastiaan at Social Anxiety Solutions. It is possible to heal social anxiety with commitment and persistence.

[Sunandmoon43 in reply to designguy]

Thanks for this reply. The is some really good info I'm going to look into these suggestions.

[designguy in reply to Sunandmoon43]

You're welcome, glad to help. Let me know if I can answer any questions.

[Sunandmoon43 in reply to designguy]

Thanks I will

[Bella_lee]

Hi @Sunandmoon43 I'm so sorry you're dealing with this anxiety situation that seems to be currently uncontrollable and my heart goes out to you.

Personally I find that I'm not so good talking in a large group social setting but find it easier when I'm in a one on one setting as I don't feel as anxious.

I hope against all the odds that the near future brings a light for you at the end of this metaphorical tunnel and you get the victory over this situation.

[Sunandmoon43 in reply to Bella_lee]

Thank you I hope so too.