My social anxiety has been going crazy the last few weeks as I've been trying to get my alcohol habits under control. It feels so nice being around family and a few very close friends, and I feel comfortable. I hope everyone is able to find the people that give them peace

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Glad you’re getting a little bit of a break.
Social anxiety used to be my worst problem and it’s not a lot of fun.
Hope you can avoid the alcohol over the holiday if you can.

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Alcohol is a CNS depressant… so when that’s taken out of the equation things like social anxiety spike because your brain is in a state of hyper-arousal… it goes away after a while… but it may be replaced with chronic boredom, emotional deregulation, and disassociation…

Good for you to get ahead of it and trying to get it under control on your own…

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don’t have much advice but sending you strength and love this holiday season. you got this ❤️

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Social anxiety is the worst, imo. It was never talked about whenI was growing up, so when I was in my 20s and going to parties I never knew the name to how I felt. It was social anxiety and it hit hard when I was in big groups/gatherings. I always wondered what was wrong with me, little did I know

Being near family and good friends always helps me feel more comfortable. I’m at peace in my own skin when I’m with family or/and the few close friends I have. I think I’ve turned into an introvert too lol

Remember, intense impulses or cravings last around 7 seconds. If you can get up out of your seat or find a quick brain disruption when the urge or impulse hits it might help. Take a short walk, like get up and move or even pace for 15-30 seconds, or dance, or engage in chair exercises or calisthenics. Sounds ridiculous but find something to interrupt those unpredictable urges and impulses. Something that works consistently for you. You got this! 💪🏼

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Love this. I keep a smallish dumbbell next to me and when I feel restless, I just lift it and do a few different exercises. It's been really helpful and I always feel better after a few minutes

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