I really struggle with it too! I'm home the majority of the time, and when I do go out, I wear a mask because I'm immunocompromised. So I end up doing most of my socializing online these days, but I would like to try and spend more time with folks in person...it's tough.

Ooooh, I'm really sorry!

Online I'm okay, and to be honest I lowered my expectations for real life interactions A LOT. I still see some few people from time to time, but not on a regular basis. But I was surprised in seeing anxiety hitting at a max yesterday, for simple tasks. It happens!

I hope you find some nice people, and you all go around wearing masks (guess it would be even safer for you!)

thank you! that is totally fair. it's always rough when anxiety hits harder than you expect. I think I'm gonna have to compromise and unmask around folks sometimes, but hopefully it's okay / worth it? Just remember to be gentle with yourself and take everything at your own pace.

Yeah, I guess in my case it's all about sense of safety. Today I managed to see a trusted friend and although I was a bit anxious on the way, it was all good!

Oooo I guess I messed with translation! I meant: you ALL wear masks! Like, "going around" as "strolling". I really need to improve my English aaaa :(. I would never sugest for you to unmask! Your health and safety FIRST!

Sometimes we have to set goals and be patient with ourselves as we pursue them!

Sure! Today I had a nice day (a bit anxious taking the subway, but, when I met my trusted friend, everything was all right!). Who knows I got so the energy to make my tasks later!