Is it normal it's affecting me this way?

Yes this is a post about being an older virgin but it's not about if that's normal etc etc it's how I react to that I'm not sure is normal.

I'm 22 soon and still a virgin, made out with someone and that's the extent of my interaction regarding intimacy.
It gives me an almost physical reaction of frustration and disgust at myself when I'm reminded of it, if I'm watching tv and someone my age or especially someone younger is having sex I'm feeling down for a while afterwards.
Despite this I'm beyond anxious of sex and have on several occasions removed myself from a situation that would have 100% led to sex, I'm ashamed of my face and body, I don't even like leaving the house till I'm wearing a couple of layers which is why I've actually put myself in this position.
Furthermore I'm not naive I know the first time is going to be awkward and fumbling as a post I read recently stated, as someone who's already got anxiety and is ashamed of my body it's something I'm worried about.
Also in my area especially my city by my age your meant to know what your doing and a lot of people have a lot of experience so on top of all that it'd be obvious I'm a virgin.
I think about it like 4 Times a day, partly due to removing myself from situations I don't really know anyone my age who single, I'm in a job that doesn't allow me to meet anyone, my friends aren't exactly bar guys either, I can't just walk into somewhere myself So I can't see this changing anytime soon which means the older I get the more anxious I'd be about an awkward time not knowing what I'm doing.
It's stupid but I feel it's really controlling my life, it's constantly getting me down and making me feel like shit, is such a strong reaction to it normal or am I overreacting?

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65% Normal
Based on 31 votes (20 yes)
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  • thegypsysailor

    Pretty much. I don't think you should be putting yourself under so much pressure over this. I'm sure it will all happen naturally, when you meet the right guy. But I would like to suggest you use your brain more and your eyes less in choosing this "right guy". Someone your age (or younger) would not be a good choice for someone with as little self confidence as you say you have. Some very attractive boy will not be much interested in your feelings and pleasure as much as his own.
    If you can meet an attractive, older, more experienced man, he will be much more knowledgeable, gentle and sensitive to your needs. His whole focus will be on insuring your pleasure and be much more accepting of your flaws (real or imagined).
    Good luck and remember, at 22, you are a long way from being an "old maid".

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    • I'm actually a guy :( lol
      * sigh *

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      • thegypsysailor

        I am sorry. But I think the advice still holds. Find yourself an attractive older woman who can guide you into the pleasures of sex.
        Again, I'm sorry.

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        • No worries, but like I said I'm in a job that's just closed off its warehouse work and me and my mates never really go places so I have no idea where I'd find someone like that tbh

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          • thegypsysailor

            If you are really serious, you'll have to spend some time where women like that go. Loud, noisy clubs with hip hop, metal or rap are not the places. It's going to sound hokey, but try piano bars, clubs (yacht, tennis, golf, etc) and even volunteering at homeless or animal shelters where you'll meet other volunteers. Imagine where a newly divorced woman might hang out in your area.
            Good luck.

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          • Cuntsiclestick

            Maybe you should try a dating website?

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