Thread: Overwhelmed
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Old May 24, 2016, 04:57 PM
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Originally Posted by Wandering Soul View Post
Thank you very much. Your input is always highly appreciated.

Actually, yes, I prefer one to one conversations, but to find this one you need to mingle with larger groups. I tried meetup but didn't work. But this isn't my issue here. I know I said something like "who would want to be around me?", but I'm really getting used to be alone and and to loneliness. But why I still feel anxious even without talking to people? Just being around them makes me so anxious. I just wish I can enjoy a walk alone in a nice street or park without this overwhelmed feeling.

Thanks for the article, I will try to read it. But what happens is automatic, and I cannot control it or even realize it until I passed the "dangerous" situation and my mind becomes clear.
I think if we have been used to our own company the sudden hustle bustle around us can be intimidating and anxious making.

I always feel my own anxiety (it's better controlled these days but is still something I experience) is what I call 'an excessive risk assessment' - like my brain is over-primed to spot danger. I notice you called the situation "dangerous".

Do you have any coping strategies or things you tell yourself when in this situation?