ish0rty
United States
Today, my social awkwardness is so bad, I was actually proud of myself for managing to ask someone a question. FML
Collection
Halloween
A failed costume, stolen candy and a very real scare: Halloween, the one night when fear is allowed.
Same thing different taste
Pushover
United States
Started from the bottom, now we're here
Today, I actually felt good after being rude to someone. My avoidant personality disorder and social anxiety have made me like such a goddamn pushover that standing up for myself in any way, right or wrong, makes me feel proud of myself. FML
Lost
Paris, France
Where am I?
Today, out of desperation, I had to fight my social anxiety in order ask a stranger for directions in a new city. She gave me a detailed answer, and I thanked her, then walked the wrong way for 15 minutes because I was too embarrassed to admit I’d understood none of it past the first sentence. FML
username
Keep out
Today, my social awkwardness got to an all-time high when I hoped that I wouldn't get the job that I applied for, because I'd be working with the public. FML
dumbgirl4lyf
Monaghan, Ireland
At last! Well done!
Today, I finally realized how stupid I am, when I answered a question correctly in class and my teacher started clapping and cheering. FML
pottie69
United States
Today, my social anxiety got so bad that I'm now afraid to add people on Facebook. FML
Randomspaghetti
Lehi, United States
Today, a cute guy complimented me on my legs. I, being the awkward person that I am, panicked and replied, "Thanks, I grew them myself." FML
Noctium
Bentley, Australia
Anxiety
Today, I realised exactly how bad my social anxiety has gotten when I had a panic attack watching someone ask someone else out on a fictional show. FML
stopstutteringforSiri
United States
Today, I realized I'm so socially awkward that I can't even talk to Siri without stuttering. FML
Nervous wreck
United States
Nervous Nelly
Today, my social anxiety is so bad that the mere thought of talking to anyone, even someone who isn't even real, makes me feel ill and uneasy. FML
Gaylord
Aspers, United States
Today, I realized that my somewhat flamboyant behavior may have given people the wrong impression when my classmate tried to set me up with one of her male friends. I've been trying to work up the courage to ask her out all semester. FML
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eurostar710 11
I'm just like that. But be proud! It's baby steps, and before you know it you'll be able to do anything :) I, unfortunately, am not able to ask a stranger a question yet. But once again, baby steps! Good luck :)
purple91 8
This makes me feel less awkward.
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Comments (186)
KiddNYC1O 22
Did they answer with "I like turtles."?
jewelsfml 0
you're not alone!
j_cat187 20
At least you don't get confused mid sentence. Forgetting what you are talking about, who you are talking to and how you got to where you're at is terrifying. The person you are with thinks you're stroking out when you slur your words.
maryam8869 7
keep trying and u will b very good
Squit_fml 16
be proud! It's a start. Being ashamed of being proud of it will only decrease your self esteem.
courk94 6
I used to be like that REALLY bad as a kid; asking for something @ a store, making friends, ANYTHING; didn't get passed it until I was older. Now I am a very confident & outspoken person .. Takes time n mental & emotional effort but you will get there trust me ! Good on u anyways, that's not a FML !
etnies123 5
It happens
hintza 10
I know how you feel.
arkid24 1
You sound just like my wife lol
Hamcons 1
I did not realize that was such a problem for people. I've never met a stranger. I guess I am lucky.