beat social anxiety

I have been reading how to expand love by the Dalai Lama. its one of those things that makes you think of others in a different perspective. It has been helping somewhat but again its easier to read it than to practice it.

I went to a festival by myself yesterday and it didn’t go to well. I mean it wasn’t a major disaster or anything but I had to leave after an hour. I just felt overwhelmed. I did get to the library and after I felt a little nervous there, I was able to stay for an hour and a half.

I went car shopping all day. I can’t believe I could handle it. It was pretty easy yesterday to deal with people. I don’t know why some days are easier than others. But I’m still really proud of myself for staying out so long.

I went to Walmart Monday, which was a huge accomplishment for me. I believe the people of Walmart designed the store specifically to intimidate people with social anxiety.

first entry: This social anxiety comes and goes and I can deal with it in small doses. However, its getting really difficult to leave the house. Its one of those things that I think if I make myself go out of the house, it will get better. But its just getting worse. I scheduled an appointment with a doctor because I think this has to be addressed somehow.