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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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  • pinkfloyd88 said:
    every time I walk pass someone my eye contact goes straight to the ground

    Welcome! If you are looking for fellow awkward people with social anxiety, you've come to the right place. I hope you'll feel at home.

    Tip 1: Don't worry about eye contact. You are not obliged to make eye contact with people. You have your own unique way of making it. Just because some people find it easy or natural, doesn't mean that we all do. If eye contact feels uncomfortable, don't make it and don't criticise yourself for not making it (ignore your inner ableist). Your way is different, not wrong.

    Tip 2: Try what every Autistic person seems to recommend: scripts! It's easier to talk to people (e.g., in shops, restaurants, GP surgeries, phone calls, etc.) if you know what you want to say ahead of time (and take a few deep breaths). Just having an opening line or two prepared in advance can take the edge off the anxiety.

  • in reply to Damojo

    thank you for the tips, that's really helpful 

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