Today my mom wants me to go to the casino with her. She wants me to hang out at the buffet while she gambles. Idk what to do, everytime I think about going and all the people there my anxiety rises. I'm terrified to be around all those people alone and I don't wanna dissapoint my mom. Any advice anyone??
Amm1488 .... you are 19 years old. You can tell your mom "no."
You are at a point in life where you have to take care of yourself. Granted, I am sure you love your mom and have a decent relationship with her.
However, if you have anxiety and need meds (I read that from another entry you posted), then you need to help yourself first.
You are no good to yourself or her when you are suffering. Don't put yourself in a bad situation when you do not have too. It will only makes it worse.
Another solution is to find someone to go with you. Maybe, you have a friend who you want to catch up with that might enjoy dinner with you. :)
Good luck.
Maybe suggest to your mom to do something besides going to the casino. You still can spend time with her, guilt free, and in a less stressful situation.
How did the met up with yur father go?
Hi Amm1488!
i agree with everyone else here, it is ok to say no and you have the right to not go with your mom if it causes you stress. Tell your mom that you don’t enjoy going there, but would like to spend time with her doing something else where you two can actually hang out. Please take care of yourself and don’t feel guilty about not wanting to go with your mom gambling, you can always do something else.
Let us know how you are doing!