Strangers

[LukeEB]

Why is it that around family and friends I'm quite outgoing but around people who I don't know as much or at all I get an overwhelming head rush and stutter my words?

Any tips for overcoming it?

Thanks

[AnxietyDJ]

Hi Luke, I am only just into my treatments, so can't really give too many tips, but I'll just say to remember you're not the only one who feels this way around strangers and in unknown places... Lots of people on the site (myself included) can totally understand what you are going through and how difficult it can be.

I guess the key is to try and keep breathing normally and stay as calm as you can (easier said than done of course!) and remember that there is nothing bad in the situation you are in.

Wish you the best of luck... Hope you can feel better soon :)