(OT) Some advice for me / My Depression Thread / Thanks forumers

[TerranC]

One way of building social/ self confidence is through physical contact. I'm not suggesting you go round hugging everyone but certain sports and activities can do wonders for your interaction with others.

Contact sports like judo/ karate/ rugby would be good but they aren't suitable for everyone so if you don't fancy that, consider a first aid course or dancing lessons. In these situations you have to be close to people in a neutral, instructive setting which really builds your confidence. There is no embarrassment involved because everyone understands that the contact is simply required.

This is a very good advice to follow; as many people I've met in Calgary are inclined towards sports and the like.

Also, try to get into sports/outdoors minded option classes; as almost any high school in the city will have them

Edit: Taera, on a side note, do you take ESL (English as a Second Language) Classes? If you don't, try taking up an ESL club. You'll find many people who'll understand you there, and you'll get to practice English.

[ May 22, 2003, 01:27: Message edited by: TerranC ]