Is it normal to be so introverted and shy that

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In a room full of people for instance, like a waiting room, I close my eyes and pretend that im resting just to not have to look at the people in front of me? Same thing on the bus. I cant even sit around in the living room with my family. I just tense up if anyone in general is in close proximity of me. I hate classrooms so i fear going to uni or college. Im not fond of anti anxiety pills cause i read they have an addictive quality. And cognitive-behavioral therapy would probably mean meeting new people and fuck that.

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  • gashlover
    9 years ago

    try booze

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  • disthing
    12 years ago

    You sound like you have an anxiety disorder. Perhaps therapy would help talk through the reasons, as well as the ways to deal with and overcome the fear caused by being in social situations.

    Just find the courage to ask for help, or try and tackle it yourself a step at a time; it could be the difference between living a lonely life in which you'll feel perpetually anxious, or a happy one in which other people aren't an obstacle to overcome but something to enjoy.

    You have more to gain if you do than don't, trust me.

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  • Treez
    12 years ago

    R u ugly

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  • omglookitsagoat
    13 years ago

    I'm very introverted, but not nearly that shy. I'm mostly just uninterested in other people. a little shy, too, but not nearly like that. sometimes I think I'm less shy than my brother even though he's more extroverted than me. Sounds like you have some kind of social anxiety disorder. There could be therapy or medication for it.

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  • [Old Memory]
    13 years ago

    Get some large headphones, dark sunglasses, and a magazine. No one will bother you then.

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  • [Old Memory]
    13 years ago

    meditation or yoga for the breathing control may help you or a public speaking club like toastmasters to really push the boundaries of your fear, good luck

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  • moose89
    13 years ago

    Have you had any problems or tragic occurrences in the past that would make you fear people? If so, then this is normal, and it's going to take time to fix. You'll need to teach yourself that people are generally good and that there's really nothing to be afraid of.

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