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Old 08-05-2011, 08:57 AM
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saphira
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Join Date: Mar 2011
Location: Midwest
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emerging from isolation

Question for all of you...

So, gradually for the past 10 years or so, I have completely isolated myself from friends. I still have my husband, son, and other family, but as far as friends go...none. I have severe generalized anxiety and social phobia disorder which has made things difficult in the past. And my hibernation while drinking for 6 years didn't help either. Well, I am now sober and on medication for my anxiety, and am feeling definite improvement. I feel kind of stuck socially though. I feel like I'm ready to get back out there and challenge myself a bit but it's been so long that I honestly don't know how to interact with people-- I'm very rusty!!

Just wondering if any of you have any advice on how to emerge from isolation and meet some new friends.

Thanks!
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