DON'T TELL ME I DON'T HAVE SOCIAL ANXIETY!!

He says Tinder dates follow weeks of messaging and mutual interest, unlike spontaneous approaches, though he remains nervous and awkward. Filming alone feels impersonal; crowds, stages, and unfamiliar quiet people trigger much stronger anxiety. He reports anxiety varies by setting and companion: confident people help, shy interactions become awkward, and restaurants differ in difficulty.

He presents anxiety as situational and hidden, challenging visible online behavior as evidence of confidence.