New job worry

Jayjay29

Hey guys,

I actually just created this profile to look for advice. For me its a very embarrasing subject. I guess I suffer from mild social anxiety although I was never diagnosed I know I meet the criteria.

Anyhow I have been really trying to push myself lately to get over it. I started a new job (male nurse) recently and I love my work but I am constantly worrying if people like me. I feel I am very pleasant and nice to be around but sometimes when I'm getting to know new people my voice gets a bit shaky and I say awkward things.

Like yesterday in the canteen I was meeting one of the new nurses who started too and my hands were slightly trembling and I my voice was a little shaky. We spoke for quite awhile and despite my nervousness I feel I come across well but I always fear that they view my anxiety as a character flaw. Everyone else appears so confident and self assured

I don't feel comfortable eating in front of others due to my anxiety and as a result I tend to do my own thing at lunch time. Although on my morning break I make an effort to go for tea in the canteen. I just hope this doesn't look standoffish.

I was bullied years ago and I guess this has dented my confidence a bit. Meeting new people can be such a challenge for me. Do you feel that people are generally forgiving of nervous folk? I just hope that its not too noticable

Thank you so much for any responses on the matter!
J

JuliusCaesar

I'll give you Social Anxiety Ireland, who've got lots of useful advice and resources on their website, and turn your post to the more relevant forum.

JC

Taltos

Mod Note
Jay - there's no need to open the same thread in multiple places. Doing so is considered a big no-no here.

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