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Imad17 November 4th

Understanding Social Anxiety: My Experience

I want to share something very personal with you, as I believe it’s important to understand how social anxiety can impact everyday life. I have always been an introvert, but over time, the feeling of anxiety in social situations became almost unbearable.

Imagine this: you walk into a room full of people, and suddenly you feel your heart racing, your palms sweating, and every sound around you becomes overwhelming. I often felt like everyone was watching my every move, every glance. Even though that wasn't true, the feeling was very real and very powerful. Sometimes, I shut myself off, avoiding gatherings and outings because it was easier to be alone than to fight that uncertainty.

What I want to say is that many of us go through similar experiences. We often feel isolated and misunderstood, but it’s important to know that it’s okay to feel this way. Every time I tried to open up and talk about my feelings, I felt like a heavy weight was lifting off my shoulders.

Together, we can create a space where we feel safe to share our experiences. This is the first step toward overcoming anxiety. Even when it seems like there’s no way out, there’s always hope. This process can be long, but every step, no matter how small, is significant. 🌈

Sometimes, when I feel overwhelmed, I try breathing techniques or simply talk to someone I trust. Together, as a community, we can support each other, share advice and feelings, and move forward together. It’s not easy, but it’s not impossible. 🤝💕

It’s important for us to lean on one another, to open up, and to talk. Our journey toward understanding and overcoming social anxiety may be challenging, but it’s worth fighting for. Let’s be there for each other and make this world a little less intimidating together. 🌍💖

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Hiya @Imad17 nice to meet you!🌞

Thank youuuu for sharing this message filled with compassion, validation, comfort and encouragement. 

Anxiety is difficult to deal with, as you described some of the physical symptoms and emotional distress it creates, and how these anxious thoughts make us feel. Super proud of you for sharing from your personal experience and being so vulnerable and honest in your expression, this helps others to relate better.💛

Yusss, together we got this.🌞

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