Posted by Dinah on April 18, 2004, at 18:33:46
In reply to Re: I really *am* socially phobic, I think., posted by Ilene on April 18, 2004, at 17:51:22
I can't say I *ever* feel sociable. I'm so introverted that I'm surprised I'm not inside out. So I ordinarily figure I'm just being introverted. But the lengths I'm going to and the depth of my aversion make me wonder if I'm not more frightened than I realize.
My therapist and I have spoken several times about my belief that my offering people anything from caring to a brief chat is intrusive and the equivilant of offering them something icky and slimy. So maybe that's it. But then again, maybe not.
I certainly have no problem expressing my opinion if I feel strongly about something.
I think my feelings about being around other people are wrapped in so many layers, it may be impossible to find what is at the bottom of them.
poster:Dinah
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