Going back to school can spark both excitement and stress, as students navigate social circles and workload. For 21yearold college student Ben Rolnick, who suffers from severe social anxiety, meeting new people and facilitating conversation present a challenge but that doesn’t mean he doesn’t think they’re worth it. Rolnick offers his brief but spectacular take on seeking acceptance.

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