Is it okay to avoid situations that make me anxious, or is that giving up to it?

I think this is a good first step. The thing is to know that one day you'll have to face them again to realise you can be in those situations. When I first knew I had Social anxiety, I refused to go out with friends or to go to family. No one understood why. Then i learned some techniques to calm myself down when I am getting overwhelmed. slowly but surely i started going to parties again. It wans't easy and i often felt traumatised and I still do, but I'm trying and that's what's important. Don't feel like you're giving up on it. Look at it as a step in your growth. You can do this!

No, of course not! If a situation makes you anxious, avoid it if you are not comfortable. If you are determined to deal with the situation, take it one step at a time, with a pace that is right for you. Never force yourself into something you don't want to do.

No it is ok if you don’t feel ready to do things that make you anxious. If it needs more time: rest or talk about it till you feel strong enough to face it.

It may feel like you are giving up, and sometimes you might be. Try and stay, particularly if it affects your work, but rather take the time out, than panic too much.

Avoiding situations that makes you anxious is not a solution. If you avoid it it’s going to grow but if you face it, you will get strong to face it. Courage is not easy but is the answer. Running away is easy but not a solution.

You could make a deal with yourself - you’ll attend the situation for a certain amount of time, and if you become too anxious you’ll leave after that. Avoiding them completely will make it harder to go along in the long run

Its totally okay to avoid situations that trigger your anxiety. Take it one step at a time. Tell yourself what you will do if you do get in that situation, and then one day you will feel like you can actually approach it.

Avoiding situations that make you anxious is not giving up on them. It's a lot like not touching a hot pan with your bare hand because it'll burn you. Why would you purposefully go into a situation if you know it'll make you uncomfortable or cause you to panic? But that is not to say that you shouldn't work at becoming more comfortable in certain situations--like talking to new people, entering a group conversation, interacting with co-workers or peers, etc.-- if you think that that is something you can achieve through that course of action. If you want to and believe that you will be able to get yourself used to the things that cause you to become anxious, then, by all means, go for it. But, if you honestly don't see that as an option for you, then it isn't giving up if you don't pursue it, it's simply avoiding situations that you cannot handle. If you don't have that "oven-mitt", which some people don't, then I would consider avoiding the hot pan as completely normal.

it is most definitely okay to avoid situations that make your anxiety levels rise! its more than okay, in fact its great. you need to pick your battles, and you dont have to voluntarily put yourself in uncomfortable situations if you dont want to, its totally okay. as long as you feel safe you're good to go. however, try to get out of your comfort zones sometimes! its good for you, you should be able to tell when to stop pushing yourself, just take care of yourself

It depends on how you feel at the time. If you feel you can cope with the emotions that situation brings up, then carry on. It might also go some way of helping you deal with that kinda situation in the future. But if you need to distance yourself, then that's okay too. You're not giving up, you're just not letting the negativity get to you.

It's okay to avoid situations that make you anxious, but it it recommended that you give it a try first.

do not give up and do not avoid them, you should seek help so you can be brave and bold, i can even help if you want.

I dont think avoiding it is a good idea. Face it bravely and never feel anxious about it later

It is totally okay to avoid those situations. Sometimes anxiety is good because it tells you when you might be unsafe, or you should leave the situation. Although if it is just social situations in general, the more you expose yourself to them, the less anxious you will become.

I think that is is okay to avoid them, because it means that you know that you are not comfortable in those situations, and you are trying to take care of yourself.

It is okay in some circumstances. You need time for mental health, but can’t avoid school all year because it makes you anxious.

You can totally avoid those situations! If you feel better farrrrr away from those places, things, and people, leave them!

It is not a form of succumbing to our weaknesses, but an exclusive duty to avoid detrimental positions. Respect and dignity is due to the Listener as it is due to the Patient. We may hesitate at the notion of fixating attention upon ourselves, the heroes of the situation, rather than the victims. However, we may fall victims ourselves if we neglect our necessities. And once the hero has fallen victim, whoever is left to defend the innocent? We do not abandon our patients, but constitute a compromise for both active individuals in the system of restoration.

While you are working on your coping strategies or starting your recovery, a coping skill can be avoiding the triggering situation. It is self-preservation, not giving up.

A lot of anxiety comes from inexperience and self doubt that you can handle the situation. Avoiding certain circumstances can be helpful, but the only way to really deal with it is to slowly move yourself out of your comfort zone. Start small and you'll see that a lot of the stuff you worry about doesn't come to pass.

It's normal for people to want to avoid situations that make them anxious but one of the best ways to be able to deal with the anxiousness in the first place is having slow and steady exposure to the thing that creates those feelings in the first place.

I wouldn't say the question should be is it okay or not, but if it is helpful or not to your overall situation. If it is a one time event, then I'd say it will be harmless. But say you are avoiding something that you often have to do, like go to school or the grocery store because it makes you nervous, then yes, that is a problem. I have been through this many times, so I understand the struggle. Exposure is the best way to get over it. It is hard but it is something that should be done when you're ready so that you dojt have to keep living in fear❤

It is fine to avoid situations that make you anxious but I believe by doing so it may only worsen the anxiety or put it off until you are forced to encounter a situation similar to it. I would only avoid it for so long or try to prepare yourself to the best of your ability to confront it so it may help your anxiety of the situation or make the anxious feelings you get surrounding the situation go away . Anxiety usually gets worse the more you avoid something so confrontation may be the best route but only if you are mentally and physically prepared as much as you possibly could be

It’s not giving up. I think it depends on the level of anxiety those situations create. If I have high levels of anxiety, at work for example, then instead of “forcing” myself to do what is being asked, I inform them I can’t. I then think about the small steps I can take to reduce my anxiety in those situations. I think it’s being aware of your capabilities in that moment and knowing it’s okay if you can’t be in that situation at that time. I also try not to put pressure on myself and go with the flow of my anxiety, so to speak. Even if it’s a little step to others, it’s a big step to me and I’m proud of myself for that. Just remember, you’re doing great!

Hey there! Honestly, I think it depends on the situation. If it’s something that you need to do do function, it’s probably good to push through so that you can both function and practice beating the anxiety. However, I think avoiding situations that are not necessary to be in is fine, as long as it’s it’s not something you want to go to. For example, if you were asked to a dance by someone you like and you wanted to go but were worried about the anxiety, perhaps you could offer to go for part of the time and do something more relaxing for the rest of the time.

It really depends on the situation in my opinion. It's okay to avoid situations that feel way too challenging to you, you don't want to get anxious and worked up for no reason. If it's an important event you shouldn't just avoid it though, try to kind of force yourself but don't continue if it gets too bad. Your health is the most important thing, always keep that in mind. However, if you keep walking away for situations that scare you, it will just get worse, trust me. Overcoming your fear and making new experiences is one of the best ways to get your anxiety under control, but it's definitely not an easy thing to do. Only do it if you feel like you are ready for it, maybe with the help of friends or an professional.

We all experience anxiety at some or other stage in our lives. Avoiding situations can become a problem when it prevents you from living a normal satisfying life and enjoying it. Avoiding situations that make you anxious is a temporary solution and ok if it helps you to explore ways to deal with the anxiety. It is only giving up if avoidance becomes a permanent solution to the anxiety. If we do not try and resolve the issues that cause the anxiety, it may lead to other mental health issues. I guess it also depends on the type of situation causing the anxiety.

It's normal to try avoiding situations that make you anxious but think about what trigger your anxiety. Go through step by step, let's say you are feeling breathless and fidgeting, Which motion came first? Try to get yourself comfortable by knowing your anxiety at which stage and slowly understand it to prevent yourself to feel too anxious. Anxiety is part of life, what you feeling might just be too much adrenaline for you, slowly take control and approach it at your own pace without pressuring yourself too much. There is always time for improving, helping yourself is the best first step you take.

Avoiding a situation entirely will build more anxiety and discomfort when you eventually have to face that situation. Avoidance isn't giving up, but instead is putting off the inevitable. The thing with anxiety is that it it can make a situation worse if avoided completely. I have found graduation to be helpful. For example if a particular situation makes you anxious go into that situation and try riding it out for a couple minutes before leaving, and try a little more every time. In the moment it may feel like the entire world is crushing down on you and the fight or flight response will be amped up to get out but this gradual introducing can reduce your anxiety s little.

If you are strong enough to endure, it can make you stronger. But know your limits, and don't let people push you past them. Yes, put yourself out there- but not into harms way. Giving in doesn't make you weak or wrong. But rather it means that you have the strength and courage to do what you KNOW is best. Not all stressful situations can be avoided, don't avoid the necessary ones because doing so will only make them more stressful later on. But, going into the situation with the right frame of mind, and maybe an idea of what is happening can help to lessen the stress you may feel. Don't give up, just listen to your mind and body, they know what you can handle.