Striving To Engage
Despite striving to engage and relish the evening, Linda grappled with distraction and self-consciousness.
She sensed an invisible spotlight on her, perceiving everyone in the room scrutinizing her every gesture and subtly sniffing for a nonexistent scent.
The added worry burdened Linda, leading to perspiration that heightened her concern. Convinced that her sweating indicated an odor, her anxiety escalated further.