Monophobia
Another fear that I have is the fear of being alone. It's a little early to think about this, but I'm afraid that after (and even during)college, my friends will eventually dissipate and lose contact with me as they're dealing with their new life situations. Although I don't have too much trouble clicking with new acquaintances (in fact, I enjoy meeting new people),I'm not the best when it comes to keeping my friends even now. I feel like peopleeasily forget about me once they become busy, e.g. with school work, extracurricular activities, and other friends. I've also never been in a relationship, and I'm afraid that I'll be living by myself for the rest of my life. I know I can't presume my future life situation just yet, but I can't help feeling lonely by the real thought of being lonely. People always say that it's difficult to make or keep friends after college.
Does anyone else feel this way too? What can I do to make or maintain meaningful friendships after I finish college?
@iloverunning
Hey there! I hope you're doing okay!
Well, I think mostly everyone is afraid to be alone. I'd say love yourself first and just be yourself. It's about giving and moreover, the happiness you're seeking outside is already within you :)
@iloverunning
What might help is feeling like you can be busy with your own plans, like you could plan to go out on your own somewhere, like a jog or run. Just somewhere where you'll see other people doing things on their own, like at a park. It'll make you feel better.
@Cenozoic Thank you for the advice! So it's been over a year since I've posted this and things are slightly different (though I still maintain this same fear in the back of my mind). I'm currently in my first (long-distance) relationship and thus have been trying to learn how to enjoy time on my own. It's a struggle, but I've been taking myself out to lunch, on runs, etc. I think it's a struggle but I find that it helps to force myself to go out on a Friday night alone once in awhile.
