I’ve felt incredibly alone lately, due to work being boring and not seeing friends or family as often. I know people say happiness comes from within. But as an extrovert, it’s hard to be fully happy when I’m at home by myself all the time or doing fun things solo. Can anyone else relate??

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I told my sons as they were growing up, that they have to be comfortable living alone/ and dealing with all the feelings that come with being alone before they can be solid in a relationship w someone else. I always thought that was important for a good life.

When you know you’re good on your own, you no longer run the risk of staying in a relationship bc you don’t want to be alone.

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But you’re safe, right?

I remember my first solo place. I was frequently bored. No cell phones at that time and I didn’t have a tv until my parents came over one day w my sister. My dad left and came back w a little tv and a fan lol

Do you have a hobby to look forward too?

As humans were built for connection, finding our tribe and growing together. Crazy how technology has evolved so we can stay connected but we’re more disconnected than ever before. What helped me when I was really in the isolation trenches was the app meetup. Groups with similar interests that plan events and outings. Especially for busy professionals trying to still have a social life.

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I just called and complained to my mom that she turned me into a socially anxious person and that’s why I struggle with being alone

Aww no I'm sorry. :(
Social anxiety is no fun!!

Not really, I love to be alone although at times I wish I had someone to do things with.

I feel ya. I wish I loved being alone! I used to be okay with it until it became repetitive.

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