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I've been in London for almost 2 months now, and even though I enjoy some of the experience, the diversity of people, the wide range of opportunities and all the exciting sites, I'm often really scared when I'm outside in the streets. I'm scared by the mass of people walking up and down, I'm scared in the packed tube or bus, basically anywhere where I'm not inside my office/home etc. I barely ever use my phone to avoid anyone stealing it, alongside my wallet it's hidden in the bottom of my bag. Maybe I read too much news, but I'm also concerned about stabbings and similar incidents. Am I paranoid or are these thoughts somewhat justified?
To give context, I'm from Eastern Europe, where I lived in a small town, but used to study in the capital, where I barely ever had such experience. I was 19 when I moved to England, to a small town in the Midlands and I lived there for 4 years. So, before I moved to London in late June, I have never lived in a large place, which obviously partly explains my experiences here.
Thanks for the replies so far! I realized I sounded too negative here. Despite the newly-found anxiety I still have some great friends around, have a decent job and flat, so thankful about many things. Hopefully the anxiety ceases by time.
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