Is it normal to feel lonely/bored/pitiful that am lonely but still not wanting to reach out to friends or acquaintances and not responding to their reach outs?

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Just described me to tee

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Virtual hug M1 🫂 DM if you ever need someone to talk to!

I’ve found when I’m feeling that way I’m usually burnt out and often time I’m dipping into a depression. A lot of our energy goes into our careers and sometimes it feels like there isn’t any left for anything else. I think this is a very normal thing to feel, but it’s helpful for me to try and find the root cause of what’s making me feel that way to try to create a shift. I am a big proponent of having a therapist for times like this to help dig through what you’re experiencing, it’s been a game changer for me!

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You’re not alone! Always feel free to reach out here when you feel that way!

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No it’s not. You’re not alone.

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Yes it’s normal. Relationships are hard

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Omg, this is literally me. It’s good to know I’m not the only one going through this. I never speak on it, but it’s such a draining feeling.

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✨i have MDD so yes✨

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I was diagnosed 8 years ago and was in therapy, Meds weren’t helpful. CBT was helpful as i needed an outlet and guidance thru college. After i relocated, i still struggled but was not in therapy. I tried a group therapy recently and it wasn’t my cup of tea. Currently Not in therapy, while i feel “okay” i know i need to find a new outlet/therapist but that’s where i am struggling … finding and committing. I cope with many distractions and also just ride the wave of anxiety day to day.

Right there with you. Sometimes it takes a lot of brainpower to reach out or respond. I just force myself to send a text and then I start to feel better bc I stop worrying/ruminating about it. Not always, but it can help

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I feel you! I’m always feeling alone and wishing I had more people to talk to. But whenever someone does reach out, I kind of panic (for lack of a better term) and kind of wish they hadn’t reached out. I could never understand why I get/feel that way though.

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I have a suggestion. Take a couple of baby steps outside of yourself. When you choose your lunch location, look around & find a homeless person who IS NOT asking for a handout & ask if they would have lunch with you. Gauge their comfort level on conversation and look at someone existing on a level few consider. Perspective is a powerful thing!

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I feel like this sometimes. For instance, I have two friends with birthdays in the next few weeks. I need to reach out to our group and get something on the calendar. I always have a great time with them, so why can’t I muster the energy?

Like another said, work is exhausting and weekends are full of errands and chores. I’m tired!

Think outside of yourself & imagine our world with one thing missing; trees with their various forms & changes through seasons or clouds with their multiple formations & amazing colors as the sun sets. Our world wouldn't be the same without them. That's what the feeling of your absence resembles to the people who choose to have you in their lives. You are missed.

Yea, I’ve been through it a good amount of times

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