Hello hope2day11,

I understand you because I also had to deal with social anxiety in the past. We feel locked because in essence we're afraid of knowing ourselves and honouring what we are, and this comes mostly from us comparing ourselves with others.

The universe is all about expression and that's why we're ALL different. This seems obvious, but when the social anxiety kicks in, we forget that and try to fit in an illusory model of how we're supposed to behave. So when we find ourselves in these situations, our job is to allow what's coming from within. If you feel the need to say something, say it! If you feel the need to hug someone, do it! When we are being authentic, people feel happy inside and don't judge us (with some exceptions :)).

The experience of life is a journey of self-discovery. So that's why the first steps are so important - if we allow them to build up, they guide us. If you surrender to the fact that you don't know who you are, you will feel comfortable with it. Just don't say to yourself that you are/aren't romantic, artistic, talkative, etc.

You are raw potential, period.

Be curious!

grande abraço,
Eduardo