Sorry if you thought I was invalidating you. My intent was not to anger you.

The fact that people have responded to your post has to let you know that you aren't being ignored.

I do know what it is like to be ignored. Some times I do live the life of a hermit because I am scared of people. Other times I push myself out there. I do know what it is like to have people stare at me because my body isn't under my full control. I do feel like a freak. My P'doc tells me to forget about what other people think. Maybe bars aren't a good place to be. They are loud and noisy and tend to get on my nerves. I am on medication to calm my system.

Maybe it would be good to talk to a professional for this phobia and get some real help. I wish you luck.

Peace.