Posted by zeugma on April 19, 2004, at 17:52:46
In reply to Re: I really *am* socially phobic, I think., posted by spoc on April 19, 2004, at 17:24:56
> > > well i'm glad to know that i'm not the only one here that doesn't call her friends.
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> > >i'm happy i live alone and get ample alone time ...
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> > Me too. :-)
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> > P
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> Me three! It varies episodically but always an underlying need to recharge batteries alone, maybe for hours; often for days; lately -- over a year! NEVER feel lonely when alone, biggest downside just fear of regrets someday. No phobia, just more natural to be alone, and often too inward-looking to handle a phone call, even when in a good mood. You know, I kind of turn this into something to be a little proud of in a way, especially as a female. That no one has or would ever call me needy or clingy! ;- )
I rarely call my friends too. i'm not much for small talk.My CB therapist told me that although males and females apparently suffer in equal numbers from social phobia, it's mostly men who seek treatment for it. Men are judged harshly by society if they appear too timid to talk to anyone.
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