walking_the_moonlit_path

Hi everybody,

I found this place a few weeks ago and lurked for a while as a guest, then signed up and lurked some more before getting around to posting something. ^^;

I've never been officially diagnosed with any sort of social anxiety disorder but over the past year my lack of social skills has really started to make things difficult, especially working in groups with others at college (in high school I was able to avoid groups for the most part) and adjusting to having a job. I haven't had any friends that I keep in regular, non-professional contact with since I was about 14 and I've never been in a romantic relationship. Although I don't feel the need for close relationships, a part of me is curious to see if maybe they aren't actually more work then they're worth, and sometimes I wonder if I might be missing out. I also have very low self esteem and issues with trusting people.

Anyways, these problems are making my life difficult so here I am to practice being social and maybe even make a few friends.

DeadmanWalking

Hey, welcome to SPW! If you're looking for a friend, I'll be one! And don't worry about how you're not officially diagnosed with SA! I'm not and I know some people who are the same as you and I as well! So let loose, relax, and have some fun on here!

It's not a question of can or can't. There are some things in life you just do. - "Lightning" Farron

In solitude, where we are least alone. - Lord Byron

Those who search for themselves are "no one" as long as the search continues. It isn't emptiness, but limitless potential. It means the seeker can choose to be anything he or she wishes. - Margaret

Srijita52

Hi, welcome to the site.Sorry to know about the things that are bothering you. I can relate to you though. I'm sure you'll find some great friends here

sillyrabbit231

Welcome! I'm new here too. Make threads anytime you like. You can also make friends in this website. I don't have a friend yet because I don't know a lot of people here using it. I'm just here to make threads about my opinions or stories.

jonas89

Welcome to the forum

coyote

Hi, and welcome to the forum.

"To succeed in the world it is not enough to be stupid, you must also be well-mannered." - Voltaire

"We cannot become what we want to be by remaining what we are." - Max De Pree

"Life shrinks or expands in proportion to one's courage." - Anais Nin

Iluv

Hello! Welcome to the forum

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Rainbow Brite

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walking_the_moonlit_path

That's good to know, I've always been nervous about signing up for a forum like this because of my lack of official diagnosis/having never visited a therapist before. And thanks, being friends would be great!

I'll be your friend if you'd like. ^^


Thanks for the welcomes everyone!

Shyangel

Welcome to the forum, Walking.

It is hard to work with people in any setting for me, so I understand that struggle.
Your not alone in these insecurities. Pretty much all of us experience the same things daily. So, feel welcome and calm. Your among friends.

If you want anyone to talk to, I'm almost always available.