Hi Marylin,
I hope this message finds you doing much better. I pray something has transpired to turn things around just a little. It is hard being alone. I am married and spend more time alone than single people, now how is this possible? I also struggle with social interaction for fear of judgement and nasty glares but crave the company at the same time.

I found a medium that helps. I am now in "Talk Therapy" and I see my therapist every other week. I look forward to meeting with her and discussing so many things, even dealing with my physical and mental health issues. Have you ever participated in talk therapy? I find it to be a very safe and neutral environment and because I know that I am going to see her, it gives me the opportunity to think about issues that I want to discuss.

Since seeing a therapist, I have been more social than I've been in years. I am still reclusive and apprehensive but I take small steps and I have improved in this area a great deal, but still have a ways to go.

I encourage you to take baby steps, think about what you want, maybe make a list and tackle one thing on your list at a time. Don't shut yourself out from you cause you are your very best friend. I encourage you to get to know you again, maybe with professional assistance and guidance... I believe it is possible as all things are.

I would love to see some of your art. You can post pictures of it in several forums here, one being "Creative Corner".

Be well and be good to you!





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