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Any advice on how to feel confident going outside when you have social anxiety.

pinkfloyd88

Hi everyone, this is my first post. Has any one got any advice on how to  go out on my own when I have social anxiety, I feel like as soon as I step outside I feel awkward and stressed and every time I walk pass someone my eye contact goes straight to the ground. and when I get back home, I really feel the burnout which is so draining. 

Any tips on how to feel less awkward and more confident.

 

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  • Hello!

    I wear sunglasses pretty much all the time! This helps me with the awkwardness of eye contact and my light sensitivity. 

    It's awful feeling burnout, but remind yourself how well you've done going out. It can be exhausting, but allow yourself time to rest and reset before doing anything else. 

    Headphones are definitely a bonus. Either listening to something, or just having them on to dampen the sounds down, really helps. 

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  • Hello!

    I wear sunglasses pretty much all the time! This helps me with the awkwardness of eye contact and my light sensitivity. 

    It's awful feeling burnout, but remind yourself how well you've done going out. It can be exhausting, but allow yourself time to rest and reset before doing anything else. 

    Headphones are definitely a bonus. Either listening to something, or just having them on to dampen the sounds down, really helps. 

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