Should I say yes to going places I might not feel comfortable in?

[Millyr]

My friends always ask me to go places with them like on weekends and I always try to avoid them but should I be facing my fears??

[warkie]

Hi,

It got to the point where i wouldnt go anywhere,just stayed at home,but i thought this isnt going to stop me cos i am very sociable person and love going out,so i have started going out again,i feel great now when im out because my mind isnt on my anxiety,i dont go far but feel better for doing it xx

[Paw52]

The simple answer is yes because if you say no, then the alternative is sitting at home and doing nothing and going nowhere! As a result of saying yes, I have managed to do a lot of travelling, meet people and enjoy my work. It isn't always easy but for me saying yes, even when I wanted to say no has meant that I have been able to live outside the four walls that can so easily imprison people with anxiety. So go, have fun.

[Hidden]

Say yes,I,ve said yes a few times and enjoyed it,if you always say no they will stop asking you which is a lot worse.Just give yourself a plan B to leave if need be.It is just the getting up and doing it.