Sorry for another post. How can I write this without sounding arcane? I am trying to protect my privacy and not offend anyone here nor break PC posting rules. What sparked this? One of my posts.

I am livid with myself, especially how I conduct myself in social situations. I must be violating social norms here too, just like I do out in the world. It feels like I say and write too much, just like I talk. No wonder I have no friends. I am a socially inept individual.

Usually, I regret posting and offering assistance. Lately, I have backed off because of my fears. I always feel like I am doing it wrong or I cannot find the correct words to express my concern. I barely know how to express myself with people I know, so I should not be surprised I have trouble with that here too.

My words seem to be misinterpreted. They have to come across as abrasive and self centred. Damn. Why do I share too much? I should know better and be quiet. For this I am backing off and taking a break.

I always wanted to say this: I read all the posts here, even though I don't thank and hug, I deeply feel for people but don't know how to express it. This is one of my shortcomings.

The yearly winter despondency makes it worse and more painful.