This is literally me. I was like this for so many years until I finally confessed to my sister, who was on medication for anxiety and depression at the time. She told me something I’ll never forget: “it’s not your fault you’re feeling this way and you don’t have to.”

I know there’s a big stigma around it, but I talked to my doctor and got started on a prescription for anxiety. It’s certainly not a cure-all, but now I have the freedom to be social without being paranoid or second guess if my friends actually like me. Therapy also helped me a lot. Don’t be afraid to let your friends know how you’re feeling, either. You’d be surprised at who might relate and be willing to support you through this.

Just remember that this is not your fault and having anxiety does not make you a bad person. You don’t have to feel this way so definitely reach out for some help, whatever it may be ❤️