No one to talk to
I’m 21 yrs old and ive battled with anxiety and other issues for as long as i realized it. I’ve experienced panic attacks since 17 and was advised to seek medical help but I couldn’t. I am socially awkward and have difficulty opening up to others even to my own family. I get really conscious about what others think of me, maybe that’s why i can’t open up because opening up means im letting them see my messed up self. And overtime my issues are just kept in a bottle and im afraid what happens when the bottle just pops.
@friendlyNest7864 we are all messed-up in some way or another :) thankfully we live in an age where things are slowly changing and being vulnerable and true to who you are is seen as a strength.
You may not wish to reply but why didn't you seek medical help yet? I understand not opening up to the family - most of us prefer to speak to a professional who is understanding and unbiased.
Maybe start by trying out the listeners 1on1 chats here as it is anonymous? You don't have to go through this alone
It's also good to keep crisis helplines saved on your phone in case you ever need.
Unfortunately i grew up in a society where seeking psychological or psychiatric help is frowned upon, as per elders words its only for the crazy. And honestly i was also influenced with that mindset not until i realized i was someone who needed that help.
And for the 1on1 chat that was actually the first thing i did here and I am so sorry for the listener because I’m sure i just wasted his time. He was very patient with me but i just don’t know how to open up to someone and also i don’t know how to tell what happened with me and how I’m feeling.
Btw thank you for replying! You got me bawling with me not having to go through it alone :)
