bigs
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I have what seems to be a very odd social issue. I was wondering if anyone else suffers from this type of condition. Whenever I am faced with a social situation, even if it is one I have successfully managed before, I get pretty nervous. This nervousness varies according to the situation. For example, phone calls are tough but I can get through. Presentations or speaking in front of a group or authority figure are somewhat harder. I get all the signs of anxiety, trembling voice, sweating, shaky hands, etc. during these situations.
Oddly enough, once they are over, even if I didn't "perform" well I feel like I can immediately face the situations. Like once I speak in class once, even though I'm terrified, I am no longer afraid to do it the next time. I am even eager to jump back in and prove to myself that I can do it without anxiety, which I usually do. I should note that this only covers maybe a day or two and then my mind erases itself and the cycle repeats again. I have to go through the whole process again and rebuild my confidence. I know this sounds very strange but I was wondering if any of you could help or have experienced this. Thanks.
Oddly enough, once they are over, even if I didn't "perform" well I feel like I can immediately face the situations. Like once I speak in class once, even though I'm terrified, I am no longer afraid to do it the next time. I am even eager to jump back in and prove to myself that I can do it without anxiety, which I usually do. I should note that this only covers maybe a day or two and then my mind erases itself and the cycle repeats again. I have to go through the whole process again and rebuild my confidence. I know this sounds very strange but I was wondering if any of you could help or have experienced this. Thanks.