It's something I struggle with as well. It started for me around the same time that I began being homeschooled way back, and now that I'm in my 30s it's gotten much worse.

Excluding appointments or when I had to pick up something I can't go without, the last time I managed to get myself "out there" would be back in February 2013 when I went to a party for my niece.

It would be easier if I could go unnoticed when out, but my appearance makes me stand out - and not in a positive way.