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Having undeveloped social skills sucks

I never talk to anyone.

Speaking is really difficult for me. Especially with groups of people, crowds and work environments. Being in therapy for 12 years has taught me to be comfortable with one on one social interaction. But if there is more than one person in the room, I can’t do it.

Even with certain friends, I don’t reach out unless things are really bad.

I don’t know, is it pride? Fear of rejection? Sadness? Depression? Perhaps all of the above.

I wish I could just write everything down all the time. I prefer writing things down over verbally speaking. When I write something or text; I can conduct myself properly in exactly the way I intend.

I cannot seem to do that with my voice.
FreakLikeMe · 56-60, M
I totally understand. I wasn’t taught social skills as a child and I struggle with it to this day. Like you, I’m great one on one, but in a group I panic. I feel watched and judged. I hate it. So, we have that in common.
Fear of rejection, their loss not yours.
I know, right? I definitely prefer the written word.

 
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