Once you get ready and go you will be glad you went! But if you don’t, just leave early!😊

Listened to you showered and feel excited to go🙌🎄

I agree with Judy . . . if you don't do that often . . I vote for going. And leave if you feel you want to leave but at least give it a try. You can end up smiling and enjoying it. You can always leave early.
Let your friend know you might need to leave at any time but want to try to go. Then you won't feel guilty . . .

That's great! I'm glad you went . . . Yay for smiles!

I personally don't like socializing, it makes my anxiety act up. But, I have found if I put myself in situations with people I know, it helps my mood and I'm able to become "the old me" if even for just a moment. Sometimes making yourself do things you dont necessarily want to do makes it easier to cope.