I have this odd feeling after getting out of a narcissistic relationship that I was in from 15-22. It’s been a year now and I can’t seem to feel comfortable dating. I go on dates and feel awkward more than anything and then I go home form the date and have a ton of excuses to not go on another one with them.

My issue is... I can’t even get into words what I feel. It’s like, I feel as if i’m incapable of getting close to someone again. The thought of being close enough with someone to touch each other, or just feel relaxed with someone, I just can’t imagine it. I’m so lost on how to get close to someone or feel comfortable with it or feel as if I can even do it??? Help!