- Date posted
- 2y
Can't stop worrying
I'm not sure if this ocd or not. But basically someone that my dad knows and visited as they moved into a care home (he doesn't know them too well, but they were always kind to him so he visits them) gave him an envelope to give to me with some money and a lovely note saying it was towards my savings for moving out. I was so incredibly grateful and touched by their generosity. I have never met them and don't really know them. I struggle with talking to new people especially over the phone, and even more so about what can be sensitive topics like money. So I wrote them a card to say thank you and how much it means to me. I feel bad for not phoning them as my dad has their number but I really do struggle because it becomes a "what if I sound stupid/offend them/they think I'm weird or rude" and my mind just goes blank. I also didn't want to get into a long conversation as it prolongs my anxiety even more. Also sometimes I think in today's world receiving a handwritten note is more thoughtful than a quick call. I just struggle really badly with phone calls and new people if it's not face to face (it also sets off my ocd). Then I ruminate on it for days. And right now I can't stop obsessing over that I'm wrong to not phone them and write them a card. I'd be more comfortable visiting than phoning cos I can see their reactions and "read the room". Is the card enough to show my appreciation? Will they be offended that I haven't phoned? I'm not good in these social situations. I really can't phone strangers cos I start shaking, sweating and panic. It's not all the time and depends on the stranger, but it's enough that I don't do phone calls. I also thought if I write to them then it's a great way to be able to send them Christmas cards and other notes (a bit like a penpal) as they live a little way aways. I'm also worried that posting this will make me come across as really ungrateful or rude, but I swear that is not my intention and I appreciate it so much and it means a lot to me. Again, idk if this is ocd or not, I just can't stop worrying about my response and how it will come across to them, and just needed a safe space to get my feelings out. I am so incredibly grateful by their kindness. It's a little bit of sunshine during a rainy day to be reminded that the world can be just as kind and caring as it can be cruel and judgemental.