Struggling to keep going

Hey @Christheart I’m sorry you’re struggling so much with your mental health issues at the moment. I too suffer from anxiety and find social situations overwhelming and often think why can’t I just relax and enjoy life like others do. It’s hard work and exhausting. I recently came across Dr Claire Weekes book called Self Help For Your Nerves which is putting a new spin on how to handle anxiety issues for me. You can also find her on YouTube and might be helpful for you too. Know that you’re not alone with your struggles as many suffer the same issues and understand. I wish for you peace of mind 🙏

@Christheart, people we can communicate with and feel comfortable with are rare from my experience. Small talk is uncomfortable when it doesn't lead into a more meaningful conversation. Don't think it's you, it's people.

For what it's worth, I am a reasonably confident person in the right company, but I went to a class several days ago where the 'teacher' completely undermined my confidence. If I hadn't known my abilities, I would have assumed it reflected on me and not the person 'teaching'. I could have allowed him to make me feel inadequate and incompetent. I went home and looked into the subject online and was able to understand that it was all quite simple really, just took time to pull all the pieces together. Just as it does for everyone else.

I hope you find a comfortable place soon. In the meantime, develop yourself. Find what interests you and develop that interest and others. And take care. Cheers.

@Christheart

I went somewhere new yesterday and still had all the old feelings of anxiety. Yep the cool kids from school can put a spanner in our works, but do not let them get to you. They will recede into your past, and bit by bit find the things that do give you a lift.

@Krishna it's such a comfort knowing I'm not alone, and that there are others like me x

@Historylover

Thank you for your encouragement. Putting myself down and doubting my intelligence is a huge burden for me at the moment. I hope and pray to feel comfortable soon, thank you