[Kaderin Triste]

Originally Posted by Ava

I made another attempt to go grocery shopping by myself this week... My mom was waiting in the parking lot.

Again, failed. I stood in line for a good 10 minutes or so, which is longer than I've waited by myself before.
I started panicking a bit, and ended up just leaving the line....


It feels so stupid that this is such a struggle for me. My anxiety just gets so much worse when I'm by myself. I worry about people trying to hurt me in some way, or kidnapping me. I did not think that this would be so difficult. It's a bit discouraging...

I don't want to sound negative, because you're still trying and that's wonderful! I'm glad you're still working towards your goal.

I just wonder if maybe you're trying to rush it/take too big of a step all at once. Maybe start with smaller steps like having someone walk with you to grab the items, then wait outside while you pay and gradually work towards them only being with you for half the shopping and eventually being able to shop with them in the car until you can eventually go by yourself.

Sounds like you've got a lot of worries and anxieties, which I think could make it harder to jump in headfirst. I'm sure it's frustrating, but smaller steps may be easier to handle? Just a suggestion.

Either way, I really hope it gets easier, I'm sure you can do it!