I second the above comment. GAL is about pure joy and feeling happy and alive. Don't put yourself in a situation where you will experience stress. Maybe 6 months from now, you decide that it doesn't bother you, then revisit this. But, why put yourself in a painful situation, where you want the exact opposite outcome? You're not being a wimp, but paying attention to your self-care and not putting yourself in toxic situations. Overcoming fear is one thing, but this is not that.
