I'm scared and don't know what to do?

[Anonymous]

I'm scared of going back to school. I've never been so scared. I've had dreams about it, that's how scared I am!! I don't like saying my name because I stutter and I don't like ice breakers and I don't like talking to strangers because I'm shy and anxious and I stutter. I'm taking co op next year and the first thing I have to do is go introduce my self to the employer. I'm really scared!! I told my dad and he told me to go through with it. I don't like going out of my comfort zone. It's why it's called a comfort zone.

[AngelsFalling]

I wouldn't worry about it too much yet, you still have a month before school starts (give or take a few days) and worrying too much about it now will only make things harder when they come. If you really hate icebreakers skip the first day, some schools don't even take attendance on the first day and it's usually all just icebreakers anyway. Introducing yourself to your employer will be easy if you think about it the right way, they're stranger who you more than likely won't see again after you are done the course, so you don't have to worry about them after it.
I've answered some of your other questions before and I think that it would really help you with your anxiety if you went to a therapist, I know this might not be any easier because of you not liking to talk to strangers but it will really help - they might even be able to help you with your stutter if it bothers you that much.
If you don't like leaving your comfort zone then get through school as well as you can and when you are done find a job that fits into your comfort zone and keep going from there.
I know it's really scary but the only way to beat the fear and for things to get easier is to face the fears and practice conversation.

[Asker]

Well I asked my parents about it but they're too busy to do it and I don't mind talking to therapists and guidance counselors. Because it's a safe environment and they are there to help. I feel safe.

[AngelsFalling]

Do you have a therapist?

[Asker]

Nope

[AngelsFalling]

You should see about getting one then that way you have someone who is easy to talk to and can help you make a plan to help with the fear. (:

[Asker]

Thanks :)

[Rcjh1987]

Just try and relax and stay calm you'll be great. Think if something that makes you happy when you get nervous.. Hopefully it'll help..

[Charliejt23]

Start out slow. Like when you come home and you see your dad say " Hey dad." Shake his hand. Ask him about his day. Have a full conversation. Same with your friends. Treat the people you're comfortable around like meeting a stranger. That will help build those mannerisms so you'll have the tools necessary to greet and speak to people. After you get a few under your belt your confidence will build up. It's like everything else. Practice makes perfect. If your parents ask you why you are doing that tell them I am working on my first impression skills. They'll understand. Good luck buddy.

[Unkowngirl]

Dont worry you'll be fine. :D