My anxiety has had peaks and valleys. I've been housebound, and in fact, I sort of am now, because I can't go out unless my boyfriend opens the door for me, and he's my only transportation.

I know how you feel, being forced to go where you feel too anxious to go. I was forced on trips when I was young, and had some pretty bad experiences.

If I may ask, are you on medication? The right meds can make all the difference in the world.