Hi Ramses,

That is a great idea. I too cycle to the shops and it means that you can cycle passed your neighbours, maybe smile at them - but you don't have to stop!

You don't have to answer questions, struggle for conversation, any of that stuff. It's a winning idea.

I would recommend the smile though, if you feel up to it, or maybe a friendly wave. I have found that this makes me feel good inside too, and I don't feel so much that I'm avoiding people (although of course I am really avoiding them).

The real secret of social phobia IMHO is to get over being afraid of people, but I have never learned that one.

Welcome to the forum!

Cheers, M