My brother, his wife, and 2 kids are here till Monday. I keep taking timeouts in my room. I love seeing them but its incredible how just a low key visit can make me feel so uncomfortable. I think im doing alright. Didnt get paranoid yet anyway. Tomorrow will be a full day so we will see what happens. I will probably be in my room a lot
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Hang in there. 
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Yeah I know what you mean
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Im managing. I was able to eat dinner and nkt feel pressure. Im staying in my room the rest of the night
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I understand exactly how you feel. I did the same when my sister’s family visited. In fact, my father had to insist that I come down to eat with the family.
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I feel uncomfortable with my family too.
I love them but it’s difficult and complicated.
I have a difficult time around most people I think and need lots of time to myself.
I spend most of my time at home in bed or on couch with my dog.
Socialising can be unbearable sometimes.
Uncomfortable and draining etc
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Do you live alone or with someone?
I live with my parents. Some days im fine with it. Other days i need my space. As expected. I lived alone for two years before i moved home. But now that im medicated i have a lot of trouble keeping up with chores and stuff. Really doing anything is a monumental task.
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Yeah. That’s tough. It’s hard to function outside your daily routine.
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I know how you feel @pasteyface . When my family visited I used to run to my room and hide before peeping out slowly. When things got too overwhelming I’d run back to my room.
With my in laws I do the same. When visiting them I retreat to a quiet room or corner and read my book or browse their bookshelf if they have one.
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Yeah. Conversation is difficult. Makes my brain hurt
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