I am currently dating this guy from uni, we were briefly friends until our relationship morphed into a romantic one. I really like him (and the feelings are mutual) but I am finding it really hard to not overthink when I am with him due to the prospect of potentially messing something up.
I have severe anxiety (GAD and SAD) and find that when it comes to the idea of kissing or even holding hands I cannot stop my mind from racing. I am worried that I am doing it wrong (for handholding) or that I won’t know how to do it (for kissing). Those aren’t skills I can learn alone, so I know I’ll have to rely on someone else to learn, but really anxious to put myself out there and be vulnerable.
I am completely clueless when it comes to relationships (no experience with guys whatsoever) so this is foreign to me. On the other hand, my guy is completely experienced in all aspects of relationships. I have asked him to take it slow as a result (he is aware of my inexperience) and has been nothing but respectful thus far. But I cannot shake the anxiety despite my desire to open up to him.
Any advice or tips?
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