Hi all,
I’ve noticed that whenever I’m in public or around people I don’t know well, I just freeze. My brain goes blank, my mouth won’t form the words, and I feel like I can’t say anything without it coming out awkwardly.
Even simple interactions—like running into someone at a café, chatting with a classmate, or just small talk at work—make me nervous. Sometimes I just smile and nod, hoping the other person doesn’t notice how panicked I feel inside.
I really want to get better at expressing myself and not feeling this constant nervousness. Does anyone else struggle with this too? How do you cope, if at all?
Would love to hear your experiences or tips. Just knowing I’m not alone would help a lot.