In need of some friends/pen pals

[EricJones]

Hi my name is Eric and I am looking for people to talk to about my social anxiety and paranoia. I feel it getting worse and I need tips, and support for what i'm going through as soon as possible. So i'm looking for friends/pen pals to frequently contact me in order to deal with these feelings i'm having.

[kenster1]

Hi Eric we all understand the need to make friends but pen pals is probably beyond what most users here would consider we`re mostly happy here chatting away and hopefully making someone`s day better.

[EricJones in reply to kenster1]

well i just meant finding people who were frequently going to respond to me

[kenster1 in reply to EricJones]

have you ever thought about pen pals through volunteering during covid I offered to be pen pals with elderly people from care homes.

[EricJones in reply to kenster1]

no

[kenster1 in reply to EricJones]

it`s quite rewarding so many elderly people are isolated and lonely could be a way for you to make pen pals.

[EricJones in reply to kenster1]

i'm mostly trying to stay within this site and message people frequently

[Littlebit2cute]

Hi Eric, I have had depression, anxiety, panic attacks and sometimes I get agoraphobic. It’s really tough dealing with all of these so it’s good to reach out to other people that are going through the same thing you are because they totally understand. I wish there was a magic wand to overcome these but unfortunately we have to take baby steps. I get so bad I can’t leave my house. I have to take anti-anxiety med 30 minutes prior to leaving anyway on a regular basis. But, sometimes I just can’t leave. So, on days like that I start building myself up to go to the Dollar Store that is right up the road from me the next day, then plan the gas station which is a little further the next day and the grocery store the next day. Sometimes that works. Also, I do a journal which helps. Unfortunately, I am not good in large crowds I always have panic attacks and have to go outside. I can handle groups of about 20 max. Finding a small group you could attend once a week might help. That’s what I have done. It’s 12 minutes from my house. I have met new friends that have the same issues I have. I hope some of this is encouraging to you! I will keep you in my prayers.