Today, I decided to go to a therapy group to help with my anxiety and to meet people who felt similar. I joked with my friend that no one would turn up as people might feel anxious about going. I was right. I was the only one there. FML
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Halloween
A failed costume, stolen candy and a very real scare: Halloween, the one night when fear is allowed.
Today, I decided to try an online therapy site, seeing as I have been feeling very lonely and don’t have any friends to talk to about my issues. After filling out all the initial forms, the site told me there was no one available to speak to me. FML
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Today, I tried to overcome my crippling social anxiety and isolation by joining a club at the campus I attend remotely. Two girls at my table whispered and giggled the entire time, and one of them kept popping her lips like Donkey in the carriage scene in Shrek every few seconds. I left early with a migraine. FML
Today, I was feeling really down and decided to text a friend to vent to someone about it. Then I realized, I don’t have any friends. FML
Today, after weeks of therapy for severe depression, my therapist thought it would be helpful to confess my deepest problems to my friends, to prove that it was alright to trust people. I did. They laughed. Hard. FML
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Top comments
flowerbug 4
Think about it this way: you're one step ahead of them for actually going! :)
xsydneyx123 28
well I am proud of you for going, OP. I struggle with anxiety and I envy you for doing something I wouldn't be able to do.
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flowerbug 4
Think about it this way: you're one step ahead of them for actually going! :)
falon142012 22
Ugh. 1, I seriously meant to thumb you up but my fingers are stupid. Just so you know, it should be 119 up votes. I admire your positive attitude!
GreatGeak 8
and 1 on 1 therapy.
xsydneyx123 28
well I am proud of you for going, OP. I struggle with anxiety and I envy you for doing something I wouldn't be able to do.
Jared900DUmpling 30
I bet you were one of the people who didn't show up....
91hayek 31
I second this. After the fact you realize that sometimes other people are really trying to help and you can trust them, and that not everyone hates you. Keep it up OP.
Queensland 27
It's not about anyone else but you. Just focus on you and your improvement. :)
JaneChemi_fml 21
well its a therapy GROUP so I'd say that other people are important here
Queensland 27
Please elaborate #46. How are they important to OP's personal issues?
nicoleraychelle 6
Good job OP for taking the step to overcome your anxiety.
worldclassrager 41
You'll find a way...keep going
olpally 33
Good for you!! Keep going then!! :)
MzZombicidal 36
Hey, it might have been a bit of a downer to see you were the only one, but look at the bright side! You pushed past your anxiety and WENT! I'm proud of you, OP. :)
LandoKid 9
I suffer from a slight, perfectionist anxiety disorder. Don't feel bad, just take it as a step towards being more comfortable in social situations!
blahblah5743794 19
You at least took the first step, all the other people didn't have to guts to face their fears
sexyboi1985 27
U should be really proud ! A brave step ahead for a good life.