If you scored 14 on a depression screening and feel childhood experiences still weigh on you, you are not alone. This page offers practical, culturally aware steps to manage career anxiety, social fears, and that constant sense of dread while working in Pakistan.
That is genuinely hard. Many people find that what happened in their childhood keeps affecting them long afterward, and it’s no surprise that it can make working life feel like a constant struggle. It’s not your fault, but it doesn’t have to be the whole story either.
The first step is to talk to a counselor or therapist who understands how the past can shape the present. They can help you work through these feelings in a way that lets you move forward. You don’t have to carry this alone. Depression.pk has a list of professionals who can help—visit /find-help to find someone near you.
Social anxiety and fear can feel overwhelming, but they don’t have to control your career. Small steps can help. Try talking to one person each day, even if it’s just a short conversation. Write down your fears and challenge them—ask yourself, *What’s the worst that could happen?* Often, it’s far less scary than it feels. Mindfulness can also help. Our guide at /learn/mindfulness shows how to stay grounded in the present instead of worrying about the future.
You don’t have to face this alone. Talk to someone you trust—maybe a family member, a friend, or someone in our HEALING community at /community. Sometimes just sharing what you’re going through can make it feel lighter. And if family expectations are adding to your stress, remember that your mental health matters, too. It’s okay to set boundaries.
Take things one step at a time. You don’t have to fix everything at once. Just keep moving forward, one small step at a time.
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