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Doing it scared...

Have you ever had the feeling you really should be doing something, but the thought of doing it scares the crap out of you?

For several years, I have had it on my heart to share my story, I know that my healing journey can make a difference for someone going through something hard too.

Here's the deal, I am scared shtlss to put myself out there. I was taught by fist as a young child that you, DO NOT under any circumstances, talk about it....you do not tell people what is going on with you.

So thinking about communicating, genuinely, is probably the scariest thing I do.... this fear is sabotaging me.. being scared to communicate does not work, in any part of my life.

So I start here.... broadcasting, even just this, to the world...
Annie1899 · 36-40, F
You're very brave for making this attempt.
Small steps.
Try and figure out if you feel more comfortable sharing with a large group of anonymous people (SW), confiding in a close friend or two, or talking with a therapist. Whichever would help you most get to where you want to be. All the best
DrSunnyTheSkeptic · 26-30, M
So what you're describing is anxiety, probably born from low self-esteem and negative self image, fear of failure. I'd say I'm very much the same in that aspect.
Reject · 26-30, M
I have the same fear, but I wasn’t taught it. I learned it from the way everyone hated me everytime I decided to be myself.
SW-User
You're doing great. This is an amazing step you've taken.
Welcome. You found the right place
Bonnie · 41-45, F
Congratulations for making a start. The more you put yourself out there - as slowly as you like at first- the more you will over come that child hood lie
Dino11 · M
Admire your courage
uncalled4 · 56-60, M
I think one must be discerning and not self-disclose to just anyone. Find someone trustworthy. Here, though, one can transmit anything they please to a global audience.

 
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