This thread is a bit pessimistic... don't you think?

Anyways, congrats on your progress. It is likely that when you feel a change in yourself, the world will change for you. But sometimes a push in the opposite direction is required, a little bit of self esteem goes a long way I think. The small group of people that you feel comfortable in is just a beginning step to overcoming SA. But it's good progress. So congrats again.