Q: “I have attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and social anxiety. I want to break out of my shell, but I’m afraid I’ll mess up in social situations and that people won’t want to be friends with me.
I’ve never let myself get too close to others in fear that they’ll find out I’m imperfect. How can I get over my paralyzing anxiety and fears that I’m not good enough?”All your thoughts describe a false core belief that you are not worthy of others’ attention.
This is simply flawed thinking. Dig deep and ask yourself: “Why do I think I’m not worthy of attention? Why do I think I’m not good enough?”Your first answer might be, “I don’t know.” In time, you’ll discover the root of that harmful belief.
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