Hi Katix3, you are not alone that's for sure. I feel those same anxieties being with people, and like you am also trying to overcome them. From using PC, I have had great suggestions from members and one of these that I've tried and has been helpful is to take a deep breath and really consider the other person. I think this has helped because making myself really think about the other person, takes the focus off my own insecurities even for a moment. I think about who they really are, what their story might be, their experiences, their own insecurities too etc & I find it gives relief & helps me feel empathic (even for a moment) about the other. I also try and use this when I am feeling jealous or angry or whatever. I have a long way to go, but anyway, this kind of has been helping...
Wishing you every happiness
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