Dating with social anxiety is, for many, including myself, a trial even before the date starts, or even before I try to 
approach a person to ask if they would like to spend some time with me. I also have to worry about where I might go to find potential date partners. Hopefully, it is a place in which I can observe those around me to pick out the most interesting ones, while at the same time, not having an atmosphere that makes me nervous. After a great deal of experimenting, I did find some such places, and am eager to share the benefit of my experience with others who are dating with social anxiety. These tips are also good if you are dating someone with generalized anxiety disorder.
4 Ways to Interact with People When Suffering from Dating Anxiety
• I tried enlisting the help of those around me. Friends and relatives know my tastes and quirks. Since they care for me, it is in their interest to bring forward somebody who would treat me well. Asking for help might sound weak or hokey, but it really is a good, practical option.
• Also, I tried joining clubs, societies, and organizations in my area. It worked very well, since I was able to find people who shared my interests. Joining particularly unusual clubs often worked very well. Since that particular hobby was relatively uncommon, an automatic sense of ease and camaraderie developed between all the club members. Why are these types of activities such a good aid to dating? Since social interaction takes place within the context of work, I was less at risk on a personal level. Furthermore, since anxiety disorder dating compromised my people skills, I was able to compensate by impressing potential partners with my work-related skills and dedication instead.
• I went academic. If you are currently enrolled at school or university, take advantage of this fact. I was not, so I took up craft classes or special seminar courses. The benefits are similar to those for joining societies and clubs. Classes that teach you how to do something with your hands help a great deal, since the physical motions can actually be rather soothing.
• I hung around my favorite second-hand bookstores and specialty shops a great deal. Firstly, it was fun for me, since I love browsing for hidden treasures. Interaction in such places is often rather relaxed and friendly. I was also able to approach people by asking about their merchandise, which proved less risky and intimidating than indicating a personal interest in them right away.
With tips like these, you can cut down on some of the initial hurdles that beset people who attempt dating with social anxiety.
