I've been working on my social skills for years, but I've been too afraid to have serious friendships because I'm afraid I'll mess up and lose the friend. I have some coworkers I text outside of work, but I'm too afraid to hang out with them.
What if I'm not fun to hang with?
What if I don't enjoy hanging with them?
How do I end the "hangout" when I'm tired of socializing?
Should I invite them to my house or meet them somewhere?
I also have a habit of making sure I give more than I get because I don't want to be a burden to others. But sometimes I'd like to have someone to talk to besides family. How do I know if I'm oversharing or wearing out my welcome?