I’m wondering if I could get some stories of such experiences.  I think it’s good to see evidence of such an overt symptom of (social) anxiety not remaining a permanent obstacle.

It’d be cool to one day teach, but as it is, I can barely sputter out my name when necessary so it’s not something I’ve seriously considered, despite the work appealing to me.

I also want to take initiative in making music, and while my guitar’s strings can’t choke up due to anxiety, ceasing to produce sound as my own voice does, anxiety 100% inhibits my ability to show music to friends and play well.  Vocals are certainly off the table (maybe for the best though lol).


Feel free to share your experience of overcoming anxiety that once prevented you from presenting yourself verbally.  I (and others) would enjoy hearing from you, additionally, you earned boasting rights, so go ‘head, please.