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    justkeepswimming posted an update in the group Group logoSocial Anxiety 7 years, 6 months ago

    I’ve basically kept myself in the house for two years because I don’t want to go out with people. I always feel the need to have to pretend to be someone else, especially in front of new people I meet. It’s exhausting to the point where socializing becomes a chore/performance rather than a way to let loose. I get so afraid to speak about how I feel because I lose my train of thought a lot. Growing up with ADD has made me feel so segregated. I just want to be able to embrace who I am but for some reason I can’t get past all of these negative feelings about myself.

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      Oli replied 7 years, 6 months ago

      I know how you feel @rolivia128, I mostly in my bedroom a lot of the time too, I’m shy so meeting people is hard for me, try to find ways to build up your self confidence and positivity, maybe going out for small walks will help and surround yourself with things that bring you joy, remember to smile and truly embrace who you are, hold your head up high and I’m sure you will be able to face the world with an upbeat spirit of determination and purpose, keep going and always believe in yourself, I’m always here if you need to chat or vent, feel free to message me anytime, my inbox is always open, stay strong, you are never alone :) (hugs)