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i always thought by now i'd have interesting things to say but i dont. i can observe and understand a thoughtful conversation but i find it hard to keep up in one myself so i end up saying way less than i wanted to. i had this issue growing up but it never seems like it was an issue to others i know

i always hated doing presentations at school. i never liked talking on the phone with someone i dont know. i cant think of something to say to someone im just meeting. all these things people do so easily and comfortably while im still learning how to do it. maybe its just incompetence on my part

ironically, saying something (even if it's lamenting about having nothing) is a greater deal in having something to talk about than being silent. all conversations start with having anything to say. whether it's something in mind, an observation, or shared interest

I know it might not feel that way but I don’t think sharing any of this would make anyone think less of you! I’m sure people would even feel relieved knowing someone else was going through the same thing they were. I’ve struggled with it basically my whole life.

It’s difficult feeling like you’re the only one who just can’t keep up. I have many friends that are able to share their thoughts on so many things, but when I’m in the hot seat, I struggle to find my words and trip on every single thought along the way. It gets hard not to compare myself.