+candaysium Haha I like that Sim analogy. Yeah I always feel bad for wanting to leave parties or get-togethers, but it's just something we gotta do. Introverted inverted high five go! =D (Think that's just a high five with your other hand, but imagine it's my hand rofl!)
Hey Hank,I'm new to this, I only signed up so I could response to this video- I've been watching your play on Sphinx and the cursed mummy-and I enjoyed it..then I happened to see this video on Anxiety-and just wanted to say I understand exactly what your talking about-Its hard to make people who don't suffer with this problem to understand.I get out only when I have to, and when I do it takes so much out of me-most people just think oh your faking this stuff, and that makes it worse. Just wanted to say thank you for your videos, on this and your games-I'm a grandma ,but I still like playing video games.oh I also wanted to say something about where you say when you get nervous you just start making jokes..lol I do that too-I get so nervous and just ramble, and most people think Im very out going and stuff, but really I just cant really stop talking..lol Yes people with this problem are usually very nice people, we just have a little problem with being around others..lol(P.S..sorry for rambling now..lol..I know Im a stranger, so I hope it was okay to response to your video
Thanks so much for the thoughtful comment Peggy Sue! It is really tough sometimes, but I'd like to believe that we're all the stronger for it. =) I really appreciate you going out of your way to post a comment like this. Stay strong and carry on! =D
Hahaha, that was a great vlog, I really enjoyed it, but then again I enjoy all your videos, keep it up man you have my full support :D can't wait for the next one, same with your next lets play, oh, and good luck with your daily life and such ^.^
Yeah man I can definitely tell that my confidence in speaking has improved since I started making videos. You've got an excellent code. The "grin and bear it" attitude gets me through the day most of the time hehe. I'm glad you liked this video. One thing about the internet is that it's too easy to hide behind a persona like Gameragi. It feels good to have people accept a more accurate representation of myself. ^_^
Oh man sorry to hear that. It is pretty awful, but it's just something we'll have to deal with unfortunately. I hope your life makes a turn for the positive in the future!
A beauty of this commentary/video production hobby is a that it is a nice counter balance between totally shut out from the the world to being in the "spotlight" at your own pace. Being able to be articulate words easier helps in social interactions and I find that confidence is increased through this hobby. I liked this real type of video from you man, I know Gameragi, but it's nice to know you as well! Just know that people without SAD sometimes feel the same way as well!
That feeling of being mentally drained after being in a social environment for too long is a clear sign of an introvert. I myself am an introvert as I find myself wanting to leave the environment after a set amount of time (sometimes sooner than later other time I can maintain myself longer) While I do not have social anxiety I still get that uncomfortable feeling of having to do something that is out of my routine: Getting a haircut, going somewhere it's just something you have to do.
Anticipation is the worst part of "doing something" when it comes to anything for me as well. I try to live by my own code which consists of: Nothing is EVER as bad as you make it out to be, once you get through the worry of the event it always appears to go smoother than you anticipated. I also am saddened by the mass amounts of people that do not understand the concept of introversion and extroversion.
I know this was made like 3 months ago, but I gotta give you props for coming out and saying what you got. I have the same thing. I just consider it as being shy. Nice to know I'm not the only LP'er with social anxiety ^^ Keep doin' what you're doin', Ragi!
I'm not to sure if you still check this channel, but anyway, I loved this vlog... It spoke out to me 'cause it spoke it to me and the fact that I deal with the same thing... I understand it's not fun... But anyway I love your vlogs... And your gaming videos are beautiful 😂👍🏼👍🏼 I just love you as weird as it sounds 😂 You're one of my favourite people 😂
Ghosty H Thanks mach! Always appreciate your support good sir. =) I have a really tough time trying to think of what to talk about in these things haha.
***** We're a lot alike in a lot of ways hehe. You're a great friend Musouka, I'm glad we've been going through this great RU-vid adventure together over the past few years. ;D
Yo, I know EXACTLY what you're talking about. I often explain it to Ty as if I'm a Sim and instead of needing to fill my social meter, I need to empty it. It's like being constantly overwhelmed and, well, anxious about any social gatherings or interaction. I felt like the more I tried to repress and ignore these feelings of discomfort, the more severe they became. It's always great when you finally make friends who understand that you need to be alone often, instead of making you feel shameful for dodging outings. Solidarity, Ragi!
God damn you're just too handsome ragi! Dude, you have such an amazing personality at least from the like past 3 or so years I've known you, maybe it's been longer, but you are really awesome there's no doubt about that and I hope you over come this anxiety and that's not to say that it's a disability but it's so many other people can get to know the ragi I know and how hilarious and interesting he is to talk with! Stay strong, I'm a lurker and came to see what was happening on this channel.
Baw thanks GM! Actually part of the reason I started making videos on RU-vid was to see if people would accept me for who I was and I'm so happy I made awesome friendy pals like you! Lurk away, I've got nothing to hide. Well, except for the octopus tentacles I use for legs, but that's why I keep that out of the camera frame! ;D
Woot! I feel special ;) and yupp you're not alone bud. I've been fighting tooth and nail to just 'fit in' with 'normal' people. And it (social anxiety) really does feel that way. You don't want to be around people, for fear what they think of you, eat in public, for fear of them criticizing how you are eating, dating, for fear you aren't good enough. List goes on and on, and yes most people with social anxiety develop habits to 'defuse' tense moments, which may not be all that tense, and we end up making it tense. I've developed the bad habit of darting away when I feel tense. Palms sweat, hands shake and voice stutters. I've been on a few medicines, currently, lexapro, buspro, and vistril. And aside from a few annoying side effects, can we say menapausal woman hot flashes >.
