Concert Worries

[Keeley]

A good friend of mine and her mother have invited me to join them at a Maroon 5 concert, as a gift. And, of course, I didn't want to say no - 'specially since they've bought the tickets already (Their way of saying: "We're getting you out of the house, whether you like it or not .~") The only thing is that I have a problem with noisy situations and have never been to a concert before. From what I've heard about them, they're extraordinarily loud and involve loads of screaming...

I'm unbelievably concerned about how I'll react to this. The last thing I want to happen would be me coiling into a shaky ball; which happens if I go to firework shows, large parties or, in general, am confronted by crowded areas.

And, this concert is in nine days - including tonight. Is there any advice you guys can give me to, perhaps, prepare myself for what I may experience or, rather/ preferably, a way to avoid any negative happenings? I would hate to be the bane of a good night out.

 

[Deleted member 1860]

I'm not sure what to tell you considering you collapse at much lesser events... I'm not criticizing as I don't do concerts. The crowds and Noise are too much for me. I would have bowed out as my hypervigilance is so great that I wouldn't pay attention to the main attraction. I don't have any words of advice, really. But, would you really be backing out of a good time if you're so focused on calming yourself the whole night? I'm not saying to run away from fun in life, rather its up to us to determine what fun is, and I don't see anything that has me panicking as fun.

 

[molly63]

Are you going to be sitting or standing? I would try ear plugs; you'll still be able to hear the music. You seem very self away so if you prepare yourself, you can do anything. I have a hard time in crowds but I just try to focus on my own positive energy and just know that no one can hurt you. I hope it goes well and you're okay.