Recently I've began to loose my mind to depression and social anxiety. I can't even walk down a road without thinking everyone I see is talking about me, also i even have trouble walking in public and over think where to look, where to put my hands, whether my hair looks stupid or that my walk looks strange. Because of this I don't leave my house much these days and have noticed my neighbours talk about me a lot. All day I can hear them say general bad stuff about me however I'm starting to think that I am having auditory hallucinations as when in public aswell I think I can hear people talking about me but sometimes when I stop my music they are not even talking about me and the words I hear are just what I think they would be saying... But I can still hear it
>>16627209
Anyone experienced hearing things that can't be real? I can't live like this
>>16627209
I used to get this alot when I was in middle school and highschool. Its a long road to accept yourself (how your standing, stupid shit like are my eyebrows normal, etc..), but you'll get there. Just try not to think too much about it and think of all of your good qualities. What helped me stop "hearing" people talk shit was being more mentally present. Taking out the music might help or interacting with more people. I found that the more positive interactions I have with people (which starts with being friends and possitive, not matter how awkward you are or feel) boosts your self esteem. Leading to less reasons to think that people don't like you. Just keep working at it and it will improve, I promise!
>>16627272
Nice digits and thanks, I'm 18 btw and going university next year but I'm worried about it. Also how does one be mentally present when walking on your own?