Tag: anxiety
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The Biggest Secret About My Social Anciety
I actually don’t like people. People call me weird but I think that they are just as weird. However, they’re interesting & maybe even fun to watch — from a distance. I’m the one studying their body language and social cues. It’s a secret because since I do the complete opposite of someone with social…
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A story you don’t normally hear
I was always called ugly and unattractive. I was told I would never make it (as a woman). I was told that I was weird and crazy to want to be a graphic designer and artist as my career. I was always bullied for everything. Picked on and singled out. Even was bullied for wearing…
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September Is Suicide Prevention Month
Here are a few facts you should know. It’s crucial that we take a moment to reflect on the significance of mental health awareness and support. Every life is precious and each of us can make a difference by being informed, being empathetic, and willing to lend a helping hand. Suicide is a deep and…
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Chronically Apologizing
I’m no stranger to irritation. In fact, I might even go so far as to suggest that irritation is my baseline emotion. Between my depression, anxiety, and fibromyalgia , the world rubs me raw. So when I’m told – again – that my constant apologies are annoying, I understand exactly the feeling they’re coming from.…
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5 Main Things My Social Anxiety is Not
Social anxiety is a feeling of extreme nervousness or fear that people experience in social situations. It’s like having butterflies in your stomach, but on a much stronger level. People with social anxiety might worry a lot about what others think of them, fear being judged, or feel very self-conscious in social gatherings. These feelings…