I’ve (20F) developed "PDA Anxiety" because of social media and public judgment. Am I overthinking this?
Hi everyone. I’m looking for some outside perspectives on PDA.
I’m in an LDR with my boyfriend (22M). Because we only see each other once a week, we’re always out in public (malls, parks, etc.). Lately, I’ve realized I’m becoming really uncomfortable with PDA(public display of affection).
It’s not that I’m not attracted to him, I love him like crazy. It’s the people around us. I’ve noticed people staring when we have long hugs or kiss, and I’ve become genuinely paranoid about "camera culture." I see so many videos on TikTok of people recording couples in public just to mock them or use them for "cringe" content.
I’ve already talked to my boyfriend about this so he knows it’s not him, but I still feel conflicted. On one hand, I want to show him love during the limited time we have, but on the other hand, I feel like I’m constantly looking over my shoulder to see who is watching or judging us.