Anybody embarrassed to be using dating apps, or to be seen on them?

I wouldn’t worry. A lot of people your age will find it hard to go and meet people for reasons such as working full time making it hard to find the time to meet new people. It’s easy when you’re at stage of life when you’re at uni or sixth form and there’s a lot of people in your age bracket and obviously you will have things in common whether it be a similar society or studying a similar course

Fast forward to your mid twenties and things can feel a bit more difficult when it comes to dating so please don’t panic.
I personally met my current partner via a dating app who is a bit older than me, and it’s not like they lack the social skills it’s simply a case of using an app like that is just a convenient way to meet people, and at the end of the day you will have to meet in person if you want something to work so there’s no shame to be had using an app like tinder ect !

Yes absolutely you're right. I'm not sure how old you are, but you seem to get it.

Once you get into your twenties, and particularly my age, mid to late twenties, you start to feel a bit alone and isolated. Most people my age have kids, are in committed relationships, or have some other baggage which makes meeting potential partners hard.

Also, some women my age just want to be mates for a bit.

I need to get myself to a confident stage in my life, mental health wise, and build my confidence slowly. I'm at a crossroads right now. Recently split with my long term partner, started a new job, and a bit preoccupied with mental health - anxieties.

I know it sounds a bit like shopping for a new pair of shoes, but I've been browsing dating websites, and stuff, just to sort of kick start my mood, and get used to the idea that I'm now single. Although maybe its too soon...

I guess I feel embarrassed to actually be seen by people in reality. Like the odds of been found by people in my area is high, and I don't want them knowing my sexual interests or things. Meanwhile, wanting to attract something that is of the same sexual ilk (so its a hard one - excuse the pun!).

On top of all of this, central to this idea is the fact I've very little self-esteem and confidence. Which makes it hard to attract women, I don't really think I am attractive. Although I go through periods where I have an ego, its mainly because of self-protection if that makes sense.

Sorry im rambling...

Its just hard to not worry about been recognised by people online you know...