Quotewent into the first shop and i realised it wasnt so bad, it was just me that had been making things worse for myself in my own head

that is a good thing to know.

Quotehe more i actually seemed to enjoy it - that is a totally new concept to me. I got changed in the unisex changing room which i was relieved to see, but i soon realised that NO ONE ACTUALLY CARES -  that for one made me feel loads better. I even found myself rather than running off having bought what i needed going off and looking in other shops - even to the extent of buying more in another shop.

sounds like a total triumph.

Quotei floated to the changing rooms - utterly utterly utterly happy. Indescribable feeling.

woohoo!  so happy for you.

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sounds like a totally positive experience, so do you think your anxiety over shopping has been lifted now?

Definitely, I doubt there'll be much stopping me now If I'd had more cash I would've bought more - the feeling is mainly that I can actually *buy* all this and feel more comfortable and confident within myself. It's like a totally different person that's doing all this, the oldawkward, depressed me shopping in the womens' section has gone for good.

It's a fantastic feeling and I'm glad I forced myself today

If i could give you the world's biggest hug right now, i would. Words cannot describe how proud I am of you. You have broken a barrier many don't ever get through. You are amazing and well on your way to personal peace.

AND

you inspired me to go shopping for a few items today.

your confidence helped me gain some.  I never thought i'd be able to buy boxers without being able to pass!!

So thanks, man.

thats so so awesome, hey im glad my neurosis can help someone at least - haha i bought mine yesterday and proudly handed them over to the assistant - loving this confidence and hoping it doesnt wear off - hope you get on ok