Hey guys, I’m 24 years old and I believe I’m a fairly attractive guy judging from the number IOI I get from girls around my age. The catch is I never pursue any of them because I’m afraid. Let me tell you a bit about myself so you understand the issue I’m facing with ‘dating’ or doing anything with girls.

1 year ago I suffered from a social anxiety that floored my self esteem. I was a laughingstock on my college campus because I dressed the same nearly everyday. During that time I was so ashamed of myself, it became a mental illness. I began to feel extreme fear of leaving my room because I was gonna be laughed at again. I failed nearly all my classes and could barely function.

That stage lasted for over 6 months. Even when I got back home after graduating, I wouldn’t go out. Over time, I started working in retail, interacting with people, taking care of my appearance and I gained some of my confidence back (Believe it or not, I used to party every week. Not anymore.)

Problem is while I’m confident to be a human being again, my insecurities still plague me and it’s affecting my confidence with girls.

I can talk to anyone, anywhere but I just don’t find the confidence or courage to go beyond just platonic relationship or admiration. It’s like I want to be dating, fucking, and all but my fear of rejection is greater since deep down I’m still dealing with shame. I feel rejection quite deeply so I’m just afraid that the journey will make me feel worse about myself, not better. Is there any hope for me?

At this point, I’m fine without girls but all this handsomeness will be a wasted. I can’t have that