I really like how you put worded the idea of us introverts communicating socially, an "introverted extrovert." I think I've read about that somewhere online awhile back and it makes a lot of sense.
From what I've read thus far in your comments and blog I think you will do well with a writing experience such as the Steemit platform. I appreciate reading people who radiate a sense of genuine human-ness in their writing and I get that from you and a couple of others here.
I wouldn't be ashamed of my anxiety, at all. Many of us share the same struggle, and I am recently overcoming some of those challenges.
I think your Dad and therapist made a sound suggestion for you to write! You're a great writer, by the way in case you didn't realize it!
You have a friend here in me if that counts for anything! I'll be keeping up-to-date on your posts and I look forward to your next post.
Thank you so much! I really appreciate it! I feel a lot of people lose their "human-ness" when writing. I try to write with my voice and don't leave out the real stuff. That is where the value is for me.
I am learning to not be ashamed anymore that is why I am using the opportunity to share.
I'm glad you're beginning to overcome some of the difficulties with anxiety through sharing with others who have lived with the same such as myself. I think there are a lot of people who are not as vocal about it but your blog will help potential newcomers to the site who may be dealing with these issues as well and they too can find their voice and consider writing as an option. Kind of like a chain event, where one person inspires others to follow in a similar fashion, creating a healing atmosphere for all parties involved.
As for my writing, I write whatever I'm thinking at the moment, pretty spontaneous! Sometimes it comes out the way I'd like for it to, other times, not so much but I keep plugging along regardless. I also try to keep an upbeat and optimistic approach to life for the most part, something else that's also helped me throughout the years with my bouts of anxiety.
Something I always tell people is you can be a super positive person and look at the bright side but still struggle with anxiety and depression. I always do my best to look at the bright side of things.
Spontaneous writing is fun and can be really helpful for clearing the mind whether it turns out wonderful or not. Plus writing is a perspective not everyone likes the same styles of writing, or topics so it is good to be you and free about it.
Maintaining a positive attitude has helped me in reducing stress and anxiety, actually.
I make every effort not to dwell on the past, which is something I've seen I may have used to do, I now views as counterproductive. I'm not sure how many times a person can rehash the same worn out dramas, and issues so I each day I wake up I start my day off with the attitude that whatever comes my way I can handle it!