From Solving Mysteries to Facing My Own

Hey everyone!

You know that moment when you realize you’ve been talking about one thing for so long, but there’s this whole other side of you that’s just waiting to be explored? Yeah, that’s kind of where I’m at right now. For those of you who’ve been following my true crime stories, you probably know me as the person who loves to dig into the darkest corners of human nature (nothing says “relaxing evening” like researching cold cases, right?). But there’s another side of me I haven’t really talked about much — until now.

I’m Victoria, originally from Bulgaria, and currently studying Psychology. I’ve loved sharing those true crime stories with you, and trust me, I’ll continue to dive into the mysteries of the criminal mind.

But lately, I’ve been thinking about something a little closer to home — something I live with every day. I want to start writing about social anxiety. Now, if you’re wondering why I’d take a sharp turn from dissecting cold cases to talking about my internal awkwardness, stick with me — I promise it’s all connected!

Why Am I Doing This?

First off, let me get a little personal: I’ve struggled with social anxiety for as long as I can remember. I’m that person who overthinks everything. Walking into a crowded room? Instant panic. Answering the phone? Nope. And don’t even get me started on ordering tea when they spell my name wrong — do I correct them? Do I just accept my fate as Viktorya? These are the everyday dilemmas that make social anxiety such a fun ride.

As a psychology student, I’ve always been fascinated by the mind — especially when it comes to understanding why we are the way we are. For me, social anxiety isn’t just an academic subject; it’s something I’m living through daily. And I’ve realized that a lot of people are dealing with this too, even if we don’t talk about it openly. So, why not talk about it?

Making Space for New Conversations

I’ve been writing true crime because I love understanding human behavior — particularly when it goes… well, very wrong. But here’s the thing: writing about other people’s stories has made me realize I want to share a bit more of my own story. And social anxiety is a huge part of that.

So, don’t worry — I’m still going to be your go-to for true crime stories (seriously, you’ll never get rid of me). But I also want to start talking about things that matter on a personal level, like how to manage anxiety in social situations, how it affects our lives, and what I’ve learned through both studying psychology and living it.

Why Social Anxiety, Though?

Well, for starters, it’s been my uninvited lifelong companion. I was constantly worrying about how I was coming across, replaying conversations in my head, or wondering if I should’ve just stayed quiet instead of trying to make that awkward joke. Spoiler: I usually should have.

It wasn’t until I started studying psychology that I began to understand why my brain was acting like my worst critic. But more than that, I realized I wasn’t alone in this. So many people are navigating life with the same set of worries and mental gymnastics, and I think it’s time we talked about it more openly.

What You Can Expect

Now, if you’re here for the true crime stories, don’t panic. I’m not going full self-help guru on you (though, I mean, never say never). You’ll still see posts about cold cases, criminal psychology, and everything I’ve been sharing so far. But you’ll also see more personal stories about my experiences with social anxiety, mixed with the psychological insights I’ve picked up along the way. I’ll talk about things like:

How I’ve managed (or failed to manage) anxiety in social situations;

What social anxiety actually feels like (spoiler: it’s a lot more than being shy);

Tips and tricks that I’ve found helpful, and ones that didn’t work at all;

How anxiety affects my life as a student, a writer, and just as a human being;

Let’s Keep It Real

I’m not trying to become some anxiety expert (although, my overthinking says otherwise). I just want to create a space where we can talk openly about this stuff. I’m still learning, and I’d love to hear your thoughts, stories, or even your own strategies for coping with social anxiety. Maybe we can help each other out — or at least laugh about our awkward moments together.

So, that’s where I’m at. I’m excited (and slightly anxious, obviously) to share more about this part of my life with you. Writing has always helped me process what’s going on in my head, and I hope it resonates with some of you, too.

Thanks for sticking with me through this next phase of my writing journey. Whether you’re here for the true crime or the social anxiety stories — or both — I’m grateful to have you along for the ride.

Let’s talk soon!

Victoria (Or Viktorya — whatever the barista decides)