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Is it normal to feel more anxious when you're alone?

Profile: ShannonLstories1
ShannonLstories1 on Apr 21, 2018
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It depend on the person however when your alone you are more likely to think of things as you have time to think of things that make you nervous/anxious
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Profile: persistentHuman569
persistentHuman569 on Apr 24, 2018
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i feel like i can make myself think of things that might be making it come on a little more when its quiet
Profile: naffytaffyluv
naffytaffyluv on Apr 25, 2018
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It is more common to see people get anxious when alone, but that's not to say that it's normal. When you are alone, all your focus is on your own thoughts so naturally worrisome thoughts may come in. however, anxiety is when the worry gets to a point that you can't relax, especially if often. Worrying about something is not good, but when you worry constantly it's even more negative, in addition to the lack of focus you can put into other things. Finding a solution quickly is best since anxiety builds up over time; Usually, there is a preventable cause for anxiety, and that is to think things over and try techniques such as breathing or finding a safe place, space, item or person you can rely on or at least talk to through it. Journaling and getting it out is a great source whether it be through art, writing, music or another form of expression that takes thought because you are killing 2 birds with one stone: You are letting out any sadness or anger, frustration or worry as you become calm, as well as thinking about or clearly visually or verbally voicing your anxiety for yourself, so that you can calmly analyze it. Candles work too. Candles are nice. ^.^
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Anonymous on Apr 27, 2018
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Yeah I definitely think so. When you are alone you get more aware of your thoughts. So it can’t get you to start think about everything and then something triggers the anxiety. And you start to feel lonely.
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Anonymous on May 2, 2018
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Yes because you have nothing to distract you from your thoughts and triggers, try some breathing exercises or relaxation apps
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Anonymous on May 10, 2018
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I don't know. But when you are alone you tend to live in your brain. The thoughts you don't want to think about keep coming back and there is no one to interrupt. It may be one of the reasons why you get anxious when there is no one with you
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Anonymous on May 11, 2018
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Yes it is, because when you’re alone, you’re alone with your thoughts, and that’s pretty dangerous especially when you suffer from anxiety x listen to music, it helps
Profile: Campnoodles1
Campnoodles1 on May 11, 2018
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Being anxious when you are alone is very normal. Just knowing that there is no one else there to support you mentally or physically can be nerve-wracking!
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Anonymous on May 12, 2018
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Yes, in my own experience, it is normal, as you won't have anyone to talk to, or help you feel more relieved. Your thoughts are just inside your head and just battling with yourself.
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medlgbtoutandproud on May 26, 2018
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Yes. It is very normal to feel more anxious when you are alone which is why usually therapist would encourage these people to be around someone and spend more time outdoors doing something they enjoy than staying alone and be in the room. One reason for that is because there is a support network when you feel anxious and by telling them, they are able to help you to reduce the feeling by distraction. The other reason is that, being alone leads you into thinking negatively and we would like to avoid that. Therefore, whenever you feel anxious, go out for a walk, talk to a friend or come to this platform which is why listeners are hanging around being prepared to listen to your problem. Talking to someone will reduce the anxiousness and you will feel better as you get the support needed.
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