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I’ve always loved starting my mornings at this cozy local coffee shop. The baristas know my name, the vibe is chill, and I could spend hours there writing or reading. But over the past month, I’ve noticed that just walking in triggers this weird tightness in my chest and a rising sense of anxiety, almost like I’m being watched or judged. It’s confusing because nothing about the place has changed - same staff, same layout, same crowd. I’ve tried switching seats, going earlier or later in the day, even ordering something different, but the feeling sticks around. It’s gotten to the point where I sometimes skip my coffee ritual entirely just to avoid that uncomfortable buzz. I miss that peaceful start to my day and want to get back to feeling relaxed there. Has anyone else experienced a place they used to love suddenly feel anxiety-inducing without an obvious reason? How did you handle it or retrain your brain to feel safe in that spot again?

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