Hi too suffer from my nerves, and find talking out and voicing my opinion extremely difficult, I was encouraged to try AA and got a wonderfull welcome. although it took me a bit of time, I found people i could phone or text that i felt comfortable with, this encouraged me to share my experiences with the group, I now feel a member and miss my meetings if like lately I have been unable to attend (snowed in). I love the live show, the face to face.
I would try a few meetings, you may be surprised.
Well done for joining SR it is also a great place.
Nawneet XXX