Hi Lea!

I like the sound of those clubs you suggested. You clearly have a lot of passion.

In my opinion, the best way to get over anxiety is to confront it in a safe way. You could make some plans for going to these clubs. Check some places out and work your way up to talking to people if that makes you feel more comfortable.

It is good to remember that it can take 45mins to an hour for anxiety to subside. It can be helpful to allow yourself time to acclimate. Feel free to leave if you want to.

It sounds like your parents do their best to provide for you but there are elements of verbal abuse present. No doubt habits that were picked up during their generational trauma.

I don’t think you’re being sensitive, I think they are dismissing you when you try to stand up for yourself when your feelings are being hurt.

Fortunately, not everyone in the world behaves in this way although sadly many do. Good people generally stop doing something when you tell them it is hurtful.

You have a lot of empathy and seem like a caring person. I hope that meeting different kinds of people is helpful! I’m sure you will have a lot to talk about. You have a lot of empathy and are a very caring person.