Can you sit on your porch? Maybe baby steps? I find that going to parks helps with me. I feel very awkward around people and I have found that I have plenty of room at parks even with people around.

I thought the same as Suzanne even before I saw the comment.
If I feel I can't go for an outing, I sit outside in my front or backyard instead and a walk around the neighbourhood is fine for me as well.

I find when I have complete control over what I am doing, I can do it. However when on a car ride with other people they don't stick to the plan and choose to do more which heightens my anxiety.

Do things by yourself, just for you and you may find it easier as I do.

I.have the same problem. I try to go outside just for a minute like let the dogs out to use the bathroom or to get the newspaper. What the hard for me is to walk away from the house. I feel safe in my house. If I am outside I get real scare and nevous. Sometime I have panic attack. Those are not fun to have. I wish I was able to go outside without be scare.

I know exactly how you feel. Today is Mothers Day and im stuck at home while my husband and children are with my in-laws enjoying a bbq on this gorgeous day. Today i finally realized that i am a prisoner in my home & in my mind. I rarely go outside & when i do it has to be after sunset. I use darkness as if it makes me invisible. I promised my therapist that i would try to go outside everyday for a short time but unfortunately i havent been able to do that. We all need support & i support you & the fight.