It makes my heart race, my eye contact is overwhelming and puts my body into a fight or flight response. Ever since I can remember, I have felt such intense discomfort in social situations. Whenever I go out in public, I often feel uncomfortable. It's hard for me to hold a conversation and I'm running out of things to say. I remember my mother telling me that I was terrified every time a parent wanted to talk to me on the phone. My social anxiety makes me feel socially inadequate. I hate this feeling. For most of my life, this has been baggage that I carry with me throughout my day. It's also difficult to be myself because of my constant need to be liked and impress others. It's my daily reminder that I'm full of who and what I am.