It’s official—I’m not exactly a people person.

Let me explain: if you see me quiet, it’s usually because I feel uncomfortable. For some reason, being around people, especially other women, just feels unsettling. I’m not sure why. I’ve felt this way for as long as I can remember, maybe because I grew up around my brother and mostly boys.

That said, I do have a few close friends who are women, and when I feel comfortable, I really wear my heart on my sleeve and value those friendships deeply. I wish it were easier for me to walk into my kids’ school or a sports event and make friends. But honestly, I often feel a bit out of place. I don’t know… maybe it’s part of my anxiety.

Maybe it’s just me… anyone else ever feel this way?

#nostr #gm #anxiety #proofofsteak #plebchain

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Yes. I have recently been diagnosed with ADHD at over 40. For me I think it is rejection sensitivity and being very perceptive and analytical and noticing most people are arseholes.

Maybe that’s my problem too 😳

Made me think of this. For whatever reason when I read this quote the other day, it calmed me.

I hope it does the same for you.

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I heard this quote not long ago and absolutely love it

I used to have to drink before social situations which is weird because I was a car salesman for years and people just assumed I was naturally outgoing.

Im not.

As I got older, alcohol got more complicated. The doom loop became apparent and I had to stop.

One day, I hadn’t had a drink in weeks and was doing really well but I had a huge dinner where I had to speak so I took a shot and my wife smelled it and asked me about it. I told her I was feeling anxious.

She said those words to me.

I didn’t know it was a famous quote.

It calmed me in a very strange way.

Oddly enough it was a catalyst for a behavioral change that was a long time coming.

In any event, thank you for sharing.

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Thanks so much for sharing this. It’s crazy how a few words can hit you just right, especially from someone close. How are things going for you now?

Things are great.

This story just reminded me, I wrote this rediculous poem in a Dr suess style.

I need to find it.

in response? what are you talking about?

Yes find it 😉

Past is known - future can be predicted !

Present is indeterminate - enjoy the ride ..