What are some ways for me to ask someone on a date if I have social anxiety?

I consider myself to be a loving and caring person, but because of my social anxiety, I don’t think I could handle the emotional stress of being in a relationship. I also have a very hard time showing my personality in front of strangers. It’s been something I’ve been trying to improve for years, but with no luck. It feels like I'm in a rut. I’m also short and awkward looking, so I’m in a lose-lose situation. Any advice?

My advice, is to throw yourself into the things you love - I'm guessing rock by your nickname. So for example, go to as many rock based things as you can, local gigs, festivals, group music lessons, open mic nights, music films, join/start a band, just go all out into whatever it is you love. Eventually you'll find someone without even trying - and it's always the trying that makes the stress. Just try to enjoy life on your own terms. Don't rush it, don't expect anything. Things will happen naturally if you do that and you'll have a great time too.