The trigger for the anxiety is the unknown danger that approaches with no regard for your choice. This is most definitely the case. When I'm approaching them I already know what the interaction is about and how long it will take. That is significantly reducing my mental load in those situations.
Thank you for your comprehensive answer! This is really helpful. I really need to work on setting some boundaries and sticking to them. It is also nice to know that I'm not alone with those issues. Would you mind sharing what kind of professional help you sought?
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