Posted by mcp on September 17, 2004, at 19:03:28
In reply to ANXIETY, family, and misery, posted by anxiety_free on September 17, 2004, at 2:11:31
You probably won't like this, but you probably already know the answer but are looking for validation. Maybe I am wrong. ANyways, one thing I have learned in my journey is trying to avoid pain in the short term only prolongs the agony. If you have a tough choice to make, then make it and stand by your convictions. Sure, it may cause some distress in the short term, but you may be a better person for it in the long run. I hate to speak in general terms here, but I hope you know what I mean. As far as the social anxiety, there are a number of routes. I would always espouse the therapy first route. Another thing I have learned is that by facing your fears over and over again certainly makes them subside in degree. In the meantime, try to link up with that higher power(in my case Jesus CHrist) and if He is truly sought then He WILL give you the strength to face your fears and do the right thing.
> Hey! I'm a young guy who just moved back home for a short while to attend a local college to up my GPA so I can transfer, get a decent degree, and go to an OK grad school. Problems? I'm lonely. My dad makes a point of disapproving of everything I do. My social anxiety is making it nearly impossible to go to any class...in fact, I just got dropped from one today. So, part of me wants to stay and "fight the good fight", try to get back into that class, take on my dad, etc. Part of me wants to crawl up into my bed and sleep until I'm 30. Realistically, though, what do I do? I have no car or money to buy one..my dad wants me to buy my own car with my own job (there are no jobs within walking distance). My dad's wise investment choices also nearly destroyed my college fund, so I don't have the funds to rent my own place. I'm sick of being lonely, unhappy, and dealing with my dad day in, day out. Any advice? I'd appreciate any input...thanks!
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