I want to reiterate what a delight the responses in this thread have been. The Dark Lord is pleased with the airing of grievances. I think it does a good thing for perspective to see friends, peers and strangers alike all concerned over the same things. That person you like but haven't been able to approach? She's got worries just like you do. That cool person who seems to always be so certain? Giant bundle of nerves. That person you've never seen around, let alone met properly? Fretting over the same issues you yourself have.
Thank you all for sharing!
Thank you all for sharing!