It’s official—I’m not exactly a people person.

Let me explain: if you see me quiet, it’s usually because I feel uncomfortable. For some reason, being around people, especially other women, just feels unsettling. I’m not sure why. I’ve felt this way for as long as I can remember, maybe because I grew up around my brother and mostly boys.

That said, I do have a few close friends who are women, and when I feel comfortable, I really wear my heart on my sleeve and value those friendships deeply. I wish it were easier for me to walk into my kids’ school or a sports event and make friends. But honestly, I often feel a bit out of place. I don’t know… maybe it’s part of my anxiety.

Maybe it’s just me… anyone else ever feel this way?

#nostr #gm #anxiety #proofofsteak #plebchain 

 Yes. I have recently been diagnosed with ADHD at over 40. For me I think it is rejection sensitivity and being very perceptive and analytical and noticing most people are arseholes. 

 Maybe that’s my problem too 😳 

 Made me think of this. For whatever reason when I read this quote the other day, it calmed me.  
I hope it does the same for you.
🧡👊🏻🍻
https://m.primal.net/LpnL.jpg 

 I heard this quote not long ago and absolutely love it 

 I used to have to drink before social situations which is weird because I was a car salesman for years and people just assumed I was naturally outgoing.  
Im not.
As I got older, alcohol got more complicated.  The doom loop became apparent and I had to stop.
One day, I hadn’t had a drink in weeks and was doing really well but I had a huge dinner where I had to speak so I took a shot and my wife smelled it and asked me about it. I told her I was feeling anxious.
She said those words to me.
I didn’t know it was a famous quote.
It calmed me in a very strange way.
Oddly enough it was a catalyst for a behavioral change that was a long time coming.
In any event, thank you for sharing.
🧡👊🏻🍻 

 Thanks so much for sharing this. It’s crazy how a few words can hit you just right, especially from someone close. How are things going for you now? 

 Things are great.  
This story just reminded me, I wrote this rediculous poem in a Dr suess  style.  
I need to find it. 

 in response? what are you talking about? 

 Yes find it 😉 

 Past is known  - future can be predicted !

Present is indeterminate - enjoy the ride ..