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02/09/2006 10:08:10 PM · #1 |
Let me start by saying I have never been a very sociable person, but I always am passionate and entertaining when the time is right. Recently however, I feel like it's getting harder for me to make new friends; and people I already know actually ignore me sometimes. I'm starting to realize that maybe the things I have to say just aren't interesting, or that I'm not saying them right. Oftentimes I struggle for words, even during casual conversations. Basically, I have trouble communicating. Ever since I realized my problem, I've been trying so hard to correct myself. But when I am talking with people, I just feel nervous and inadequate. Whatever I'm doing isn't working.
I wasn't always awkward like this...it only started happening maybe 1 year ago; and I have no idea what is wrong with me. Are there things out there that can help me overcome this problem, such as classes, help groups, shrinks? |
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02/09/2006 10:16:56 PM · #2 |
Just my guess:
You feel nervous and inadequate simply because you think people are shunning you. Approach people with self confidence. It always works for me.
anyway, what drastic changes happened to you or your life since the past 1 year? since you said it started about 1 year ago. |
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02/09/2006 10:17:14 PM · #3 |
I know people here will listen no matter what you have to say. I have yet to read a thread or participate in a thread where people were not listening. At the very least I will listen. Keep talking!
The Wazzzzzzzz
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02/09/2006 10:18:03 PM · #4 |
| Yes peterish, there is. First let me suggest you change to Peterand no longer be just peterish. You are much better than just peter or peterish. I looked at your photos and you have a lot of talent. Now, get in here and ask the forums directly to critique one of them and do a bit 'o dialogue with the group. Good luck Peter. |
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02/09/2006 10:24:43 PM · #5 |
| The more you think about how uncomfortable you are, the more you will try to compensate. The more you compensate and feel you fail, the more miserable you will become. Sorta becomes the old self-fulfilling prophecy. Go to a professional that can help you work thru your problem. S/he might put you on meds for awhile. But if you keep working on it with him/her, you should be ok. |
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02/09/2006 11:47:02 PM · #6 |
You might try a Google search for "NLP" or "Neuro Linguistic Programming." Its a series of techniques and strategies for changing how you feel/think about things. The most famous proponent of NLP is Anthony Robbins the motivational speaker. Its part of what he teaches.
Any books by Richard Bandler or John Grinder would be a good start. They are the originators of NLP. There are lots of people offering NLP conselling/coaching in varying degrees of expertise and or quality but you can do a lot for yourself simply by researching it yourself. You could search specifically for a technique called the "Swish" pattern.
Good Luck. |
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