I work in construction. As you can probably imagine, it's not the ideal work environment for someone with anxiety, but I tolerate the stressful conditions because it pays very well. My anxienty developed after joining my trade and I'm working on transitioning into an office job. One reason is these men won't stop putting their hands on me.

Construction workers are some of the most childish, inconsiderate bullies I've ever worked with. They horseplay often and many of them invade my personal space daily. It drives me nuts when someone comes up behind me and grabs me by the shoulders, or pats me on the back. Many of the older men are close talkers. I have to back away from them like 10 times during a conversation but they keep scooting closer. What the hell happened to social distancing? 

I'm a non-confrontational person. I feel like if I correct these people and tell them what they do bothers me, they will think I don't like them or be offended. Many of these guys are like brothers to me. I feel like I have to print a t-shirt that says "don't fucking touch me" on it.

Any thoughts on how I can handle this wod be appreciated :)