Anxiety

[tp25]

Am I the only one who gets exhausted being around other people because I am constantly pretending to be happy? I feel like they are thinking what I am thinking about myself. I've just got where I do not want to be around my boyfriends family, they trigger my anxiety and I don't know why. It's not like they really do anything. His Mom is really shy too like I am and it is awkward over there. Maybe that is why. I am just so tired of feeling bad about myself. I just want some peace. I know to not look at the number on the scales but what I see is totally different than what I see when I look at myself. I am also thinking bad thoughts like throwing up my food. I know that is not something that needs to be done.

[Butterfly Flutter Girl]

You are not the only one. I often feel anxious when with other people too. Try not to stress about it. I know it is much easier said than done, but don't think about what they may be thinking. You're awesome regardless. :)

[Wonderland.]

Socialising can be exhausting when you are anxious or low on yourself.

I find doing it in short bursts helps. When I'm visiting my mum I take breaks, go out in the garden, or go for a walk. Just something to calm myself down a bit.

Have you ever spoken to anyone about your issues with your body image?

Please don't start purging. I used to and it really doesn't solve anything, plus it's incredibly damaging.