So I have severe anxiety especially when it comes to forming relationships. Whatever kind of relationship it is from friendship to family or romantic. There’s a really nice guy I’ve talked to the past couple months that I see a potential relationship with. However about a month ago I had a mental breakdown and told him I needed some space and some time to heal and work on myself and my mental illness. I feel if I can’t love myself how can I show that to another person ya know? Anyways, he’s been sending me texts here and there the past few weeks just giving me support and telling me he’s there if I need anything. All the while respecting the fact that I need some time and distance from seeing him. I don’t feel completely myself but things have been looking up and I think I’m ready to talk to him and see him again. At the same time, I’m terrified. With anybody new in my life it’s hard not to run away. I know I can’t continue running from people who express genuine interest and who care about me, but my anxiety makes me feel like I’m going to die every time I make plans to see somebody. Any advice on this? I really want to see this guy and see where it goes but my anxiety holds me back from it.