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Medical state: Social anxiety, depression, OCD, Gad (generalized anxiety disorder)
Problem: I'm so anxious when thinking about school, i was never bullied (friends sometimes tease me, and i keep overthinking whatever they do even when i know they don't mean harm), in public whenever i hear a cuss word i think its directed towards me, and i think about that for months and get anxious, i think what if these people see me again, will i get bullied ?. I'm so nervous in front of class when i have presentations, i barely ever answer to teachers questions, even when i know the answers. I'm anxious when just thinking about school and i can't get rid of these thoughts. Only time i was really bullied was a long time ago, i got slapped and threatened, i was 8. From that point on i bullied others actually, and gradually stopped. Could this have something to do with my current situation ?
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Few things buddy
Your perception of the world, as being a frightening place where people are going to ridicule you and denounce you, is NOT BASED IN REALITY. These feelings of anxiety and fear towards other people are entirely produced by errors in your brain. This is the most important thing to realize.
Now, take this understanding. Go do something routine for yourself like getting groceries or whatever is equivalent (getting gas, going to the bank, going to school).
As soon as you start feeling the symptoms of anxiety and fear, stop what you're doing, and while still in private, close your eyes and breathe deeply. Remind yourself that you are an individual with intrinsic worth in this world and that people respect you. Remind yourself that there is no reason for you to be so scared. Truly understand this.
Then hopefully the interaction will go better. It won't be perfect, you'll still get nervous, but it might be better. Keep practicing.
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