Is it normal that i can't relax whenever i am eating and around strangers

I dont know if its normal, but i don't feel relaxed whenever i am around strangers especially while am eating. I always feel like my every move is being watched. I am confused here, please help me.

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76% Normal
Based on 33 votes (25 yes)
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  • Energy

    Eating disorder or anxiety..maybe both.

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  • Lilbit2much

    I feel odd around strangers as well. I have to act very reserved sort of until I get to know the person and how they act.

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  • thegypsysailor

    I'd say the best way to beat this one is learn how to eat "properly".
    There is a proper etiquette to eating and if you know it, then nobody would have any reason to watch you eat.
    Of course, if you eat with your fingers, make noises and drool down your front while eating, I suppose it would be quite normal to draw attention to yourself while eating.

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  • cobyjack

    I feel the same way. I have other habits that show signs of an eating disorder...nothing too extreme though. I do feel very anxious eating in a restaurant and haven't gone to one and actually sat down in about a year. To go is just easier and I feel more comfortable with it.

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  • kingofcarrotflowers

    I can't, I always feel self conscious eating around people I don't know we'll
    Unless I'm eating pizza, then I'm in my zone,

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