Hi folks, 

Bit of a throwaway account but I needed to try something new. I’m a 37M, an IT executive, all around successful (miraculously shrouded in a facade I put on) but live with this incredible fear of sweating in front of people.  About 7 years ago I was presenting to a large audience (as this up and comer) and maybe I was hungover lol, I don’t recall, but it was a panel interview, but after sometime, I was profusely sweating (through my suit), to the point I had to briefly excuse myself.  Ever since, in any situation that is slightly unfamiliar I am in perpetual fear of breaking out in sweat. Which, fun fact, makes me sweat. I’ve read plenty of books, did some therapy but the dread of being in an environment I can’t escape is the worst. 

Unfortunately, having a drink is the only thing that works, but I’ve read enough to know that it’s a slippery slope.  How do I stop my brain from fixating on this?  I’ve also tried Cbd, exercise and all the standard options.  

Please help, I used to be a really social (for an introvert) now I actively avoid seeing friends and going out.  Time is flying and I’m worried 10 years from now I’ll be sitting in the same spot but have missed all these amazing moments.