Caspian Posted November 9, 2010 Share Posted November 9, 2010 Hi everyone, I've been a lurker for months now, pretty much checking Crazyboards every time I get on the computer. I'm surprised that I'm actually making a post, as I have terrible anxiety and I'm having second thoughts about doing this haha. Anyway, I'm a 20yo guy living in Seattle, WA, I've been screwed up for as long as I can remember (blame it on my family). I've been diagnosed with Bipolar II, Generalized Anxiety Disorder w/ Social anxiety and Delayed Sleep Phase Syndrome , so life is pretty rough right now, and I know everyone here can relate, unlike the people in my life who just think I'm a crybaby sissylala hypocrondiac self-centered narcissistic lazy douchebag jackass. So I'm really grateful for this website. My main aversion to posting here is that people will be mean or rude so I hope no one will be like that to me, I'm pretty sensitive its a big part of my Anxiety disorder, but I think just making this post is a good step for me. Thanks! -The Meds I'm on are Lamictal 200mg, Lexapro 25mg, Wellbutrin XL 300mg, Lyrica 225mg 3x a day and Ativan 1mg as needed. Sorry if this is too long, I tend to babble. Ahhhh, I'm scared to post haha! Here I go. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caspian Posted November 9, 2010 Author Share Posted November 9, 2010 Ahhhh! Thank you! I was literally sick to my stomach wondering if someone was gonna reply, and if they would be nice. Yeah I definitely think that you're right about getting used to everything. Once I get completely used to a new situation I become a person who is quite chatty and extroverted, but once something changes, like someone I don't know comes over to my house, I immediately retreat back into my shell and only speak when spoken to. I hate that. I want to learn how to initiate a conversation (without being incredibley awkward, which I tend to be). I am really glad I did this, I feel like this could really help me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JudePhailin Posted November 9, 2010 Share Posted November 9, 2010 Hello, New here too. Good to meet some new people and make some new friends. I have the same anxieties that people will speak to me too. Hope that this finds you well. Take care, Jude Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Emperor Posted November 9, 2010 Share Posted November 9, 2010 Hi, Caspian! Welcome to CB! I have the stupid anxiety shit too. People don't get it. People around here do. Glad to see you here, hope you stick around! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moil Posted November 9, 2010 Share Posted November 9, 2010 Hi. They haven't chased me off yet so I'm sure you'll do fine. Seattle area...that means you are probably within a week or two's walking distance from me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnneMarie Posted November 9, 2010 Share Posted November 9, 2010 Hi there! Welcome to CB. Glad you decided to make that first post. It sometimes is the hardest. We have blogs and chat in addition to the main boards. Check them out when you get a chance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
olga Posted November 9, 2010 Share Posted November 9, 2010 Hey, I don't have anxiety and I was flipping out the first time I posted! I'm glad you joined us and no one is going to make fun of you around here. Well, I can't speak for EVERYONE here. heh Welcome to the asylum. olga Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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