When I don’t socialize for like at least 2 days I tend to start to develop a ton of anxiety/self doubt. Usually if I socialize and it goes well the anxiety and self doubt goes away really quick. Like within 2-3 conversations. I start feeling confident and my frame is a lot better.

Is this a sign that I’m craving external validation/attention or some kind of emotional dependency too much? Or am I just witnessing the effects of social isolation? I’ve tried meditating and affirmations but the self doubt always comes back within an hour or two. The only thing that helps is good socializing