Hi everyone,
I’ve always struggled with dating and relationships, largely due to social anxiety and low self-esteem that have been with me since childhood. These challenges made it really difficult to connect with others, leaving me feeling isolated and unsure of myself.
When I was about 18, I decided to make a change. I started going to therapy and delving into books about dating and psychology, which helped me see real progress. For the first time, I was able to attract beautiful women and build strong, meaningful connections with them. I even started cold approaching a bit when I was out with friends. The overwhelming anxiety that had plagued me for years seemed to vanish, and I finally felt free.
However, after a couple of bad experiences with toxic situationships, I found myself becoming overly cautious, almost fearful, when it came to dating. On top of that, this past year has been tough on my self-confidence—I started losing my hair, and I began wearing Invisalign to correct some jaw issues. These changes hit me hard, making me feel less attractive and leading me to avoid approaching women altogether.
Now, at 22, I’m tired of being alone and tired of avoiding a proper dating life. Yesterday, I decided to take a step toward change and started my journey of cold approaching again. I began with something simple—asking a girl for directions. Even though it was a small interaction, it was incredibly tough and made me feel uncomfortable. But I’m determined to push through these feelings and improve my life.
I’m eager to continue this journey and would love any advice or suggestions on how to proceed. How do you keep moving forward, especially when anxiety tries to hold you back?
Thanks for reading, and I appreciate any support or advice you can offer.