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Aug 06, 2018 at 05:51 PM
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I'm going back to college soon and I'm super anxious. I had a bad experience with living in dorms last year- not because my roommate was bad. She was actually really sweet. I know I'll be judged for this, but I was so scared of confronting her, that I avoided going to my dorm. In fact, I only went there at night most of the time.
I don't want this year to be like that. I'd really like to get along with my roommate and actually be able to chill in my room without feeling so terrified. I'm so scared of what I'm gonna say or do wrong. I am unintentionally rude and inconsiderate sometimes. I'm totally unaware of it until the convo is over and idk why.  I really hate how bad my anxiety issues have gotten. I can't speak or breathe properly anymore. Even my movements are stiff.I'll be getting a therapist for the first time when I go back to campus, but I'm not sure how it'll be until then. :/ I'm really worried.. |
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Aug 07, 2018 at 11:33 PM
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I'm sorry you're having such anxiety. And I'm glad you'll be seeing a therapist. In the meantime, you might tell your roommate your concerns, if you feel comfortable doing so. And see what the person says...
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Aug 08, 2018 at 07:51 AM
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I would just be up front with my roommate and tell them that I do some things unintentionally because of my anxiety and that I apologize if I unintentionally say something that offends them and to please speak to me (kindly) if I do so I can fix it. I have found people (aside from employers/HR departments) generally appreciate it when you are authentic and honest with them.
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Aug 08, 2018 at 08:06 AM
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Hopefully your therapist will be able to help you.
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Aug 08, 2018 at 09:06 AM
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