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I don't like working at my office. It is not because it is a bad place or anything. Its actually a good place to work. Decent salary, Not much work pressure, nice people. My problem I am so scared all the time. I fear everyone is talking about me , making fun of me. I am afraid to interact with people. I wonder where will I feel safe and comfortable.

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Picklebobble · 56-60, M

It's unfortunate that man is a social animal.
Many of us are introverted to some degree or other.
But you use words like scared and fear!
What is it you're scared of?
People WILL talk about you!
That's a fact of life when you work in close proximity to others!
Not because they are mean or nasty!
Just because they're curious!
They're curious about the man in the office who doesn't speak!
"Why is he like that?
What do you think he's like away from work?
Ever seen him out of work?
What does he do?
Where does he go?
Blah blah blah blah blah !!!"
And that's ALL it is !
Blah blah blah!
Get comfortable with being you!
My guess is this is a bigger deal for you than them!
You don't have to be sociable, you just have to be professional!
As long as you're professional. Let them say what they like!
But like I say. Don't take it personally.
They're probably just curious!