So I'm returning here after losing access to my old account and it feels like there's so many hurdles and barriers to engaging with the Reddit community nowadays. This makes it even harder when I struggle with social anxiety and have a hard time even making the effort, let alone seeing any success out of it.
Does anyone have some tips on managing social anxiety, considering how high the bar is for meaningful interaction these days?
how'd you describe your SA?
How would you rate your anxiety from 1-10? You seem brave enough to post so what's stopping you?
First, just breathe. Second, remember you are enough. Third, try to make just one connection. Be authentic. People recognize sincerity.
I completely feel this. I’m also facing those same hurdles right now, and it makes the barrier to entry feel so much higher when you’re already dealing with social anxiety. I understand why subreddits have these rules to prevent spam, but it definitely adds a layer of performance pressure. I’ve spent a lot of time researching my own triggers and the roots of my anxiety, and honestly, trying to engage here is my first real attempt at socializing and testing the waters. It’s tough when the system makes you feel invisible before you’ve even started, but you aren't alone in that frustration
I am the same. Completely new here, and as soon as I posted a comment on another community, a bot removed it because I didn't have enough karma haha. Definitely not helpful with my social anxiety. On the other hand, I know my own anxiety is trying to get the best of me and constantly makes me want to give up on things when they don't work out immediately. So I guess I could say: try not to be too harsh on yourself or overthink things too much. Easier said than done, yeah, but it somewhat works for me. Also, breathe.