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Overcoming anxiety?
Aug 17 2023 04:41PM more by HoldingHeidi
Tags: Orange County, Random (All tags)

Any tips for a nervous girl finally ready to venture out to a bar? ☺️
My anxiety has kept me inside but something is nagging my spirit to go, so I think I'm ready haha.
      
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RobBlakeFan
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Aug 17 2023 04:44PM     link to this

Alcohol!
ouioui
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Aug 17 2023 05:21PM     link to this

Uff... don't hold eye contact with anyone too long. Your going to slay with your beautiful brown eyes and amazing body.
Milanaa
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Aug 17 2023 06:16PM     link to this

You got this .. believe in yourself . Best to you beautiful
reallylongsigh2
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Aug 17 2023 06:42PM     link to this

Does a little pre gaming help? Liquid courage can be great for social anxiety just don’t over do it.
Tegan_Summers
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Aug 17 2023 06:54PM     link to this

Ill be out around LAX area Sept 1 & 2nd. I have plans to be out with some friends if you can make it out that way you can join us It helps my anxiety to be out with a group of people rather than by myself
notsofast
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Aug 17 2023 08:12PM     link to this

I get anxiety by not going to the bar
NickSgv
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Aug 17 2023 08:30PM     link to this

@Tegan_Summers has a point. Find a "wingman" or friend (who's a bit less cute ;-)).
moneytrain
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Aug 17 2023 11:05PM     link to this

wow! you are gorgeous! you have nothing to worry about. just be yourself, and you will be fine. Best of luck.
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Aug 18 2023 01:12AM     link to this

When you look in the mirror, you are seeing your best friend. Believe in yourself, and like yourself. For whatever reason, some people just love to put you down or be critical of you. When they do, ask yourself if there is any merit to their criticism, and if not, just blow them off. If there is truth, then you have the ability to make adjustments. Just like who you are, and if you don't make those changes so you do.

You should always be your own best friend
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Aug 18 2023 01:39AM     link to this

Meditation and masturbation
vince2001
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Aug 18 2023 02:18AM     link to this

I’ a bar Guru. If you would like to try it together (no expectations) let me know. I’m at a bar every Thursday-Saturday to socialize and not necessarily hook up.

What has kept gou from venturing out this entire time? Covid? People?
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Aug 18 2023 08:40AM     link to this

Honestly I went through the same,
the best thing that works for me is believing in yourself
and don’t care too much of what others think because i feel life is too short!!!
Enjoy life 😊
memphisgotit123
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Aug 18 2023 09:04AM     link to this

Not mine, suggested by my therapist:

Anxiety and excitement are both aroused emotions. When you have anxiety, fool yourself by thinking you are excited. It will make you feel better.


I can only walk around so aroused but it has helped me a bit from time to time.

Hope it helps,
Memphis
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Aug 18 2023 09:36AM     link to this


anxiety is a real bitch and my guess is 99% or people dealing with mental health - anxiety is probably on top of their issues.
probably also reason these types of RX are extremely popular

maybe you can find a weed which is calming and apply microdosing
meditation
exercise
self talk to the mirror
put away the insta
sonderandtime
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Aug 18 2023 09:50AM     link to this

One tip would be to build confidence by starting small. Tell yourself that you'll go to the bar (or any other thing you're anxious about) and only stay for 15 min. At 15 minutes, feel free to head home if you're not enjoying it, or stay longer if you are.

The next time you think about going, you'll have a little more confidence that you can do it because you've done it in the past. You can stay longer each time, and each time you'll get a little more confident.

A lot of times anxiety comes because we don't feel confident in doing something (maybe we've never done it or we tried it and it didn't go well in the past), but if you can build up your confidence it'll make things a lot easier.

You can look up the confidence/competence loop =) It also applies to any other thing in life.

Good luck at the bar and hope you can have fun!
EdmondDantes
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Aug 18 2023 10:53AM     link to this

Are we talking social anxiety or anxiety due to chemical imbalances in the brain ?

If social anxiety, lots of great advice in this blog. If you suffer anxiety due to a chemical imbalance, you need to consult with a Physician.
sherkahn
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Aug 18 2023 10:59AM     link to this

^One of the few times Edmund and I agree.

But your well being is important.
EdmondDantes
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Aug 18 2023 11:21AM     link to this

You know I just love razzing you bruh !

You throw jabs but don't cover up fast enough for the counter left hook and right cross combination !
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