I don't do that stuff.

Idk I was never nervous. I figured he must like me a little bit to ask me out and if he doesn't like me after the date it's not gonna break my heart. I will just go out with someone else. Hell I might not like him either.

I have never been on a date.

There have been times when I thought a woman was interested in me, and I got so nervous, even panicky. And of course then I think ahead, about logistics, and what would I have to change about myself? Would my whole life change?

I mostly just want to remain who I am, and share my life with another, and she can remain who she is. Of course she and I will change but I would want it all to be smooth and natural.

My life is so lonely and dull. The only dates I go on are with the ducks and geese at the local pond. They are the only ones who approach me. But they only want the food they think I have. And if I were a huge ear of corn, they would eat me alive.

Today I realized I was taking to myself while inside all day. Literally speaking my thoughts out loud. I think I am losing it.

Ohhh, I don’t. I’m kind of a freak and a mess. Luckily for me, my fiancée thought it was cute.

have you not gotten any help from a doctor. Social anxiety is a thing they can treat

That's often how I felt in job interviews but luckily not so much in dating. I know if I was obviously selling myself it would be serious cringe

Aussies are very layback, it's all about her. Hold her hand & make her feel safe & warm

A certain amount of nervousness is probably healthy--you care about the outcome--but after that, things should flow. If not, keep moving. It's essentially simple.

Sounds like you just need lots of hugs. Not sure what triggers your anxiety. I will say that it seems to decrease as you get older. Another thing that worked for me are french fries. Try a tub of them and see if it helps. You might need more carbs.

By being married and out of the market.

I don't like it. 3 weeks in and my experience has been so awful that I'm not even looking anymore.

Dating and relationships are nothing but hassle. There is the ideal version we all dream of and the there is reality.

But for you - you do have a few things going in your favor that increase your value in the dating scene.

You are pretty. No one is going to be ashamed to be seen with you.
But more important - you are not lugging around kids nor grand kids.

Those two things will at least get your foot in the door.

So many women your age ARE lugging around kids and/or they just look terrible. Men are NOT interestd in those types of women.

Since you are pretty AND child-free, you are definitely a better catch.

I am not saying this "just to make you feel better", I am speaking God's honest truth.

If we went out together you'd be with a mate who thinks your awesome and I'd tell you that often any anxiety would soon go. plus there will be lots of kissing

How do you stay calm while out with a friend? It’s pretty much the same .