ish0rty
United States
Today, my social awkwardness is so bad, I was actually proud of myself for managing to ask someone a question. FML
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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
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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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bubo_fml 11
I find confidence in thinking that most people feel just as akward as I do...So, joke 'em if they can't take a f**k!
zebralover23 14
Don't worry I'm not a talker either.. I get happy when I ask people things too .
ComaCalm 5
Hey congrats! I have the same problem. I'd never be able to ask someone a question so I feel pretty proud of you! :D
Jason199615 0
OP is probably Homeschooled... I feel your pain
koolkat27 13
what does homeschool have to do with social anxiety? it's not like not going to a regular school will make you any more social, in fact there are many kids at mine who don't even talk.
Daederoth 10
I believe that in this case an old saying rings true; ain't notin' to it but to do it.
ravlol 6
wow all these loser quiet kids must've grown some balls and are now all commenting. learn to talk to people you *******.
SadinSherman 16
You should be careful who you call a "loser quite kid" you'll probably be working for one
teenylovestmb 5
wise up you have no idea what it's like ! so don't be so bloody rude !
MyS3lf 24
Yep, I was one of those "loser quiet kids". I am currently a very happy housewife. All the loud obnoxious people who used to make fun of me? Yeah, they really dig that they get free food from their various food service jobs. It's called karma, if you act like an ass, you're going to get shit. Try being a decent, understanding person why don't you?
holybuckets 0
Hey it's progress! :)
online247 2
Been there. Done that. You're not alone!
Barette_fml 7
OP, that's nothing to be ahsamed of. I go through the same kind of social anxieties, and I can say with confidence that the more you get out of your comfort zone the easier socializing becomes. I used to be too terrified to even talk to someone, and even though I'm not some great people person, I can get along pretty well and am doing better with each month. Keep up the good work!
Mipz 2
Don't be down. I'm the exact same way. I have to like stalk the person for a few minutes before I get enough nerve to walk over and ask them my question. Shy kids unite!