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I was married to a man who was a social phobic. (really really shy)
He cured his fear of making a fool of himself by drinking too much. Then, when he made his dark little jokes, people laughed. The more he drank, the more they laughed. I don't think he ever got it that after he got really drunk, they were no longer laughing with him, but AT him. I could never figure out why he found it so hard to be around people. He was witty and interesting.
There's nothing wrong with being the one who listens in a group. Ask a question, let someone talk, and they'll be telling everyone what a great conversationalist you are. Hang in there, you're worth it.
posted by
Pat_B
on November 19, 2006 at 8:02 AM
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maybe you can find that out the next time you visit the hypnostist again?
How did that go, btw? I always wonder how it feels to be under hypnosis.
posted by
bandanafish
on November 18, 2006 at 6:40 PM
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that's a new one on me
i am sure there is a "name" for it - maybe you just like being alone?
posted by
ladychardonnay
on November 18, 2006 at 2:59 PM
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