Does anyone have any advice for social anxiety/possible agoraphobia/lack of stamina?
I asked for time off of work, packed, and was planning to go to Santa Barbara this weekend (a 3.5 hr drive away), but cancelled the hotel reservation last minute due to anxiety. Part of it was the typical nerves one gets when going somewhere new, but another part of it was my weight and lack of stamina. I have no current heart or mobility problems, but get so out of breath doing typical, everyday things (like walking the short distance from my car to my destination). And the hotel I booked didn't have elevators, so I was getting too in my head about having to lug my multiple bags and heavy stuff up the stairs and becoming out of breath in the process, as well as walking to the beach and nearby restaurants etc. I can only really walk for 4-7 minutes at a time before needing a break.
I feel so trapped (in more ways than one). I'm very bored and have a strong desire to get out of the house and travel and experience new things, but my social anxiety and fears about walking are holding me back. I do plan on talking with my therapist about it this week, but I'm wondering if anyone else has relevant advice.