social anxiety disorder

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popsun
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11 Years

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i have severe social anxiety disorder... i feel extremely scared, anxious, embarrassed, uncomfortable and humiliated when i am around people.. i feel i am being constantly judged and become extremely self-conscious... because of this i project myself weird, strange and creepy even though i am not intended to do so.. it is really frustrating and horrible...
for this reason i avoid talking to people and avoid social interactions. i really want to get out of this..
is there anybody else who is suffering from the same problem?
guys i make one request.. please don't mock at me or humiliate me.. that is even more frustrating.. i want genuine help and suggestions to overcome it.. please help me guys 😢
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Sagtastic2
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11 YearsSagittarius

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Everyone one this planet suffers from some type of insecurity so you are not alone. As for the term " social anxiety disorder" that sh!t can go in a bag and be thrown in the garbage. Don't get caught up in labels, they are used to make you feel like something is wrong with you..... THERE IS NOTHING WRONG WITH YOU!!!

Look in the mirror and realize all of your talents, strengths, and positive qualities. Make a like of everything you like about yourself and things you don't like. For the things you don't like, change them! It's not going to happen overnight but it will happen. You are full of limitless power my dear, use it wisely.
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Sagtastic2
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11 YearsSagittarius

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Posted by Impulsv
In person I stumble in conversation n can be shy n have clammed up. I used beat myself up right after. I stopped that instead I might slightly laugh at myself for the error as it is no big deal n try again. I may not suffer to ur extent but all I know is we are not our thoughts they can psych us out. Meditation worked to clear this neg thoughts.

Ha I stumble too! I used to hate that, but I got over it and said F@ck it! It's me.

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heartlocket
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I have it too. It's gotten better. I really suggest seeing a psychiatrist and getting some kind of anxiety med, it can help you to loosen up and feel more free. I haven't had any in years. They also gave me ritalin and I became addicted to it, I couldn't concentrate in class because I would over think for most of the period...LOL. For me, the problem is new situations are exciting but very intimidating. I think it is easy to be friendly and outgoing when you first meet someone, it's when I get to know everyone do I start to clam up, because during this stage, we are supposed to be 'open and outgoing and comfortable' with everyone. I have NEVER been able to get to this stage. Fear seems to ruin this, it eats at my throat and tells me all the things wrong with me...then I end up being VERY quiet and insecure around everyone I am supposed to call my friends, and I don't know what to do, and I end up going insane inside my own head. Everything you described, I am seen as too.
My biggest fear is that my fear of social situations will never dissipate and I will always be lonely.

I like to be alone, but I HATE being lonely.
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heartlocket
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Think about this: everything you want? It's on the other side of fear.

Do one thing a month that scares the shit out of you. You will grow stronger. It might nearly give you a heart attack and kick your confidence, but that is just temporary. TEMPORARY thoughts can control you, but think, these are what are holding you back. Just ignore them. Also, to open yourself up to new people/ situations easily, try little things.
Saying hi to people you like wherever you see them, smiling, giving your opinion in conversations.
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SeyPeKiwi
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10 YearsCapricorn

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I have it too but I'm getting better. Not many panic attacks anymore. Everyone in school thought I was mute. xD Since I've been out of school, I've been a lot happier andfind myself not even thinking about what other people are thinking. I tried seeing a therapist but she got impatient with me when I wouldn't talk then she insulted me. Just wait until you're out of school and take some time to yourself. If that doesn't work, I suppose you could get meds and see a doctor.
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Oxygenada
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11 YearsCancer

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I used to be like that when I was little. When I go out of the house and see crowds of people I feel like they are staring at me all the time when actually they don't mind me at all. I'm so shy I have trouble communicating what I wanted to say. It's like an automatic lockdown when I feel the persons aura. As I've gotten older I became more vocal. I told myself I have to protect my family and loved ones. I'm still shy as always but it depends on the situation. Try doing things you are good at. Be strong.