Perfect read for anyone looking to navigate the delicate balance of social interactions! Your journey from shyness to meaningful social connections is something many can relate to. The takeaway? Be selective but open, and focus on the joy of the moment rather than the outcome. Thank you for sharing, Ryan!
Thanks, Ryan! I relate very much to looking outside of myself for validation. Like you, it wasn’t until I learned my true identity I was able to engage without strings attached. I do believe this to be an important topic in a world where people are so lonely paired with the ease of being isolated through our technology, etc. Thanks for sharing your valuable insights!
It feels good to learn I'm not the only one, Wayne. Three years ago, I was terrified of revealing myself online, but the more I do it, the easier it gets. I sense what people really want, including me, are personal stories, not advice (although that's not true for all). Thanks for your words and readership!
Oh I loved this piece as I’m always worrying a bit too much about my interactions with people and then negatively appraising myself as a result - it gets very exhausting !
I feel you, Nicole. Self monitoring and being self-conscious is exhausting. Hopefully, we can learn to give ourselves the grace to be human, messy, and imperfect in our interactions. Thanks for your reply.
I appreciate your thoughtful comment, Mo, and I agree. My intention was that others would learn more about themselves by seeing themselves in my experience.
Perfect read for anyone looking to navigate the delicate balance of social interactions! Your journey from shyness to meaningful social connections is something many can relate to. The takeaway? Be selective but open, and focus on the joy of the moment rather than the outcome. Thank you for sharing, Ryan!
Thanks, Ryan! I relate very much to looking outside of myself for validation. Like you, it wasn’t until I learned my true identity I was able to engage without strings attached. I do believe this to be an important topic in a world where people are so lonely paired with the ease of being isolated through our technology, etc. Thanks for sharing your valuable insights!
It feels good to learn I'm not the only one, Wayne. Three years ago, I was terrified of revealing myself online, but the more I do it, the easier it gets. I sense what people really want, including me, are personal stories, not advice (although that's not true for all). Thanks for your words and readership!
I’m honored to be here! I think you’re right, our story’s are powerful. Many blessings‼️
Oh I loved this piece as I’m always worrying a bit too much about my interactions with people and then negatively appraising myself as a result - it gets very exhausting !
I feel you, Nicole. Self monitoring and being self-conscious is exhausting. Hopefully, we can learn to give ourselves the grace to be human, messy, and imperfect in our interactions. Thanks for your reply.
I appreciate your thoughtful comment, Mo, and I agree. My intention was that others would learn more about themselves by seeing themselves in my experience.