Dutch Courage?

[Ceejay123]

I know this term usually refers to having a drink to calm your nerves, but...!

I've got a couple of things to do that I'm reaaalllyy nervous about. I want to approach a couple of people to send some letters that I'm terrified of sending, and I've also got to make a very important phone call that is terrifying.. haha.

So, besides having a drink, how do you guys psych yourself up ready to do things you're very nervous about? I'm somebody that tries to run away from confrontation, I need more confidence!

Ideas? x

 

[holly2234]

I hate confrontation too! I just have to get on and do things i dont want to though. I just make sure im prepared and get it done.

 

[cupcakekate]

I really struggle with my nerves and have to avoid all situations that will make me nervous as best I can! I know in life there is always going to be times that we don't want to do things so I just tell myself do it and get it over with!! A bottle of wine usually does the trick too
Good luck

x

 

[Ceejay123]

Thanks, I ran away from a few situations, one a couple of months ago, one two weeks ago because I got upset and scared. Now I'm realising it's made things much worse! :/

Usually I turn to a JD and coke... Haha. But it doesn't seem the healthiest option. I think I need to throw caution to the wind... And just think, hey.. At least I put myself out there. If i get shot down I can just ignore these people for the rest of my life! Kidding.. Not the most mature way lmao.

 

[cupcakekate]

Thanks, I ran away from a few situations, one a couple of months ago, one two weeks ago because I got upset and scared. Now I'm realising it's made things much worse! :/

Usually I turn to a JD and coke... Haha. But it doesn't seem the healthiest option. I think I need to throw caution to the wind... And just think, hey.. At least I put myself out there. If i get shot down I can just ignore these people for the rest of my life! Kidding.. Not the most mature way lmao.

What is it you need to do? (You don't have to say!)
Best advice I can give is just get it over with haha!!!

 

[Ceejay123]

Haha, just to approach some people. I.E. Dads family that I've not quite got on with in a while, yet now need to speak to. I ran away from a lot in the last two months because it's been such a hard time, now my hard times over... And the running away is making an even harder time! lmao. x