insecurity/low self esteem issues

[cowboyup]

Well, here I am, all is quiet on the home front. But something I feel is amiss with me. I just can't seem to shake the gnawing feelings of sadness, extremely high anxiety level, like I am on the verge of a panic attack any moment. I jump at the slightest noise. meh, for now, I will chalk it up to the fact I just need to get to my doctor - as soon as the money situation improves...ugh.

I saw that one guy I was having trouble with, at the store a while back. Of all the stores here...ha, sounds like a bad movie.

anyhow, he asked how I was, the usual friendly gestures. He then proceeded to tell me how busy he's been, going here, doing that, photographing these famous people, and how his life is ruled by his calendar. Umm, ok. that's cool.

But it leaves me asking the question, why is it that some people want to make sure you know how busy they are, or how little sleep they've had, or how they pull all nighter and telling you "my friend invited me to..."

Yes, to a degree, I will admit, it does make me a bit envious, but ultimately when I look back, it's just silly and makes me think he is insecure or has low self esteem or something.

Anyone ever encounter these 'types' of people and do you think it is insecurity on their part or what? Just curious...my mind in over-drive

I will admit, at times, yes I am insecure, have bouts of self esteem issues, but I just keep to myself and learn to cope, overcome it. granted, there are times where I do get into my 'funky moods' (like now) but still, I try to think of the positive, keep pushing forward, then you run into someone like "J" and it makes my head spin...lol

But some people try to infuse others with their nonsense...

does that make any sense?

 

[Razzlecherry]

I honestly have no idea, but I'd say he's just trying to make small talk. He's probably trying to avoid an awkward situation where neither of you say anything, so he's says what he can.

 

[HappySquidward]

Perhaps people like that don't have anyone to talk to so they just tell strangers their life's story. Yes, I think it's a bit insecure.

 

[razzle dazzle rose]

But it leaves me asking the question, why is it that some people want to make sure you know how busy they are, or how little sleep they've had, or how they pull all nighter and telling you "my friend invited me to..."

Anyone ever encounter these 'types' of people and do you think it is insecurity on their part or what? Just curious...my mind in over-drive

My sister does this, and gah, it annoys me. Oh, her friend invited her to Las Vegas, this other friend invited her to a club, and this other one to a pool party, and blah blah blah. She complains about these invites, wondering if she should go; she doesn't. I am just like "I wish I was invited. Take advantage."

I don't think it is insecurity on her part. I don't think she is showing off either. She is just talking. I want it to not bother me. But I know that is not gonna happen until I have a life of my own.

 

[cowboyup]

My sister does this, and gah, it annoys me. Oh, her friend invited her to Las Vegas, this other friend invited her to a club, and this other one to a pool party, and blah blah blah. She complains about these invites, wondering if she should go; she doesn't. I am just like "I wish I was invited. Take advantage."

I don't think it is insecurity on her part. I don't think she is showing off either. She is just talking. I want it to not bother me. But I know that is not gonna happen until I have a life of my own.

^lol, that's where I live, las vegas.
Yup, sometimes it does get annoying whether or not they are just talking to make small talk, or whatever the reason, it gets to ya after hearing so much

 

[Srijita52]

I've a friend who does that, she actually goes one step ahead and keeps reminding me how friendly she is or how her friends go crazy for her, how she has a huge heart, how guys stalk her or random people comment on how beautiful she looks. How someone said she'll have a wonderful future and all. I always think she has insecure issues but then again maybe I'm the one who's being insecure here. I do admit I get somewhat jealous, so maybe its me.