The description that Susanne quotes in this post fits so well…
(Sorce: The description is from here. )
I had been writing a post about how much I’ve been struggling with parenting in public – I sobbed myself to sleep over it on Saturday night and have felt miserable for the last few days. But then another blog I read made mention of social anxiety and the example they gave resonated with me, it was yet another “Oh me too!” moment. It also made me realise I didn’t really understand what social anxiety is, that there is more to it than I thought, and so I decided to do a little googling. The first internet hit had me literally saying “Bingo!”
People with social anxiety disorder usually experience significant emotional distress in the following situations:
- Being introduced to other people
- Being teased or criticised
- Being the centre of attention
- Being watched while doing something
- Meeting people in authority (“important people”)
- Most social encounters, especially with strangers
- Going around…
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It’s true. Social anxiety is a real thing. I hate crowds!
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Thank you
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i learned i had this bad on the months leading up to my wedding when i just wanted to elope than have to face all that many people and i’m the bride, which means people look at you. lol.
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Oh no, poor you! I hope you had a lovely day after all that anxiety. Eloping does have its merits 🙂
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i did. in spite and despite of. all in all, it actually turned out alright. and by that, i mean i survived. God forbid i get married again! lol.
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Lol! I wish you both much happiness 🙂 xx
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