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Fear of posting

OrphanAnnie
OrphanAnnie
Just wondered if anyone else experiences this: When I get really anxious or stressed (for whatever reason), I find myself withdrawing. Eventually I get to the point where I'm afraid even to post on this board. I had pushed myself by making a vow to post regularly (usually in another group) but recently I came under heavy stress. I didn't realize it at first, but it hit me suddenly and for a week I was too scared even to read the discussions, much less post or answer messages or hugs.

Anyway, I'm back, at least today. Thanks to all of you for being there, for me and for each other.
deleted_user
deleted_user
oh, honey. * hug * I know exactly how you feel, I go into those extreme situations sometimes too. I think this should be hopefully the one place that we're not afraid of, but unfortunately nothing is exempt from that. We're all here for you though.
deleted_user
deleted_user
I can totally relate!

I often worry I'm breaking some rule of DailyStrengths by not being on every day! I intend to but then I get stressed or feel too scared or too worthless to post anything and put it off until I realize I haven't checked in for quite awhile! I make myself come online to see what's going on in the different communities I'm in so that I'm not burdening the few people I know IRL and burning them out!
Loved1
Loved1
I can relate, and sometimes I don't even realize I'm withdrawing. It's good to be aware of. You are not alone.
deleted_user
deleted_user
Oh- me exactly, but I fight through it- not with anger towards myself, but with strength and understanding kindness. I was extremely withdrawn in high school. I'm getting so much better at not beating myself up :)
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