I had a job interview today over Zoom for what was basically a dream job of mine.  Despite all my preparations, I think I messed it up quite bad.  I was so incredibly anxious about it even the last few days I has all this pent up anxiety that wouldn't go away.  I felt good going in, but then I started stumbling over my words and blanking out on what I wanted to say.  Some of my responses came out nonsensical and very awkward as a result.   The worst part was I couldn't even convey to the interviewer the skills that I had which would make me a great fit for the job.  ughhhh i'm cringing just thinking back on it.  

I think a big part about why I messed up this interview so bad is because I've been so isolated from people due to Covid.  I'm working from home, not seeing friends and family except for some zoom calls.  I haven't practiced my social skills much which for someone who suffers from social anxiety is really big no no.   I've basically been rusty when it comes to socializing and it really showed in my interview.  

Let this be a lesson to people who also suffer from social anxiety.  Try not to isolate yourself so much.  Make the effort to reach out to people and practice your social skills when you can.  Despite Covid not helping, we can still do a lot to keep talking and socializing with others in our lives.