Anxiety in Supermarkets.

[gldavis447]

So today I had to do my weekly food shop in Asda and all I can say is it was so difficult and I ended up leaving in tears I was getting hot and clammy and kept thinking the world was staring at me...what the frick is that about? I dont know how to stop worrying about what other people think. Its driving me loopy because I know my mind isnt me! Does anyone else get like that or have any miraculous cures up there sleeves?  

[Agora1]

Hi gldavis,  I know exactly what you mean.  This business of feeling like the whole world is staring at me drives me nuts.  All my life I have had people looking at me, am I that interesting?  Shopping is difficult because all the items on the shelves are too stimulating to my brain which is already in high gear with anxiety.  I always make sure I have a cart to hold on to.  The more often I go to the store, the better it is getting.  On the occasions when I start feeling fear taking over, I start my deep breathing for a few moments to quiet my mind.  I refuse to leave my groceries and run out of the store.  I always reward myself with some chocolate when I get home     So happy to be another step closer to being less anxious.  Today the grocery store, tomorrow maybe a restaurant or movie ??   Let them look, it's not going to stop me anymore.  GoodLuck x

[gldavis447 in reply to Agora1]

That is so right Agora1, it shouldnt stop you at all and thats is the best attitude to have. Its so difficult because my anxiety actually makes me feel like im drawing attention to myself ! I hate it!

My mum has said to me Gem let them think what they want but as much as I know what shes saying is right getting your brain to physically think differently is so hard. 

Tomorrow is a new day though and I know it WILL get better