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

Profile: hermione15
hermione15 on Mar 30, 2018
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It is normal to feel anxious when you’re alone. It gives you a sense of isolation that can be very troubling.
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Anonymous on Apr 20, 2018
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Yes, it is normal. People get highly anixous when they're alone for several reasons. It could be because there scared of what will happen or they just might have a fear of being alone
Profile: MrsAshleyMarie
MrsAshleyMarie on Aug 8, 2019
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That's absolutely normal. Sometimes when we're alone, we have less distractions and therefore more time to think and dwell over our worries. Finding something to distract you might be helpful, such as watching TV, reading a book, listening to music, or exercising. The idea is to get your mind focused on something specific (bonus points if it's something you enjoy). The busier the mind is, the less time it has to be anxious. For example, if you like reading, and you find yourself with some alone time, pick up a good book. You can keep your mind busy while also doing something fun and relaxing.
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Anonymous on May 17, 2016
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Yes, of course. When you're alone, it's more difficult to distract yourself from your thoughts and feelings.
Profile: RogerDan555
RogerDan555 on Jun 21, 2016
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Yes it is. This is because all our thoughts coagulate our mind when we have nothing to do or nobody to talk to. I would recommend you to keep yourself busy in some or the other thing. You can also talk to someone here on 7cups. This way you'll feel less anxious.
Profile: oneness1
oneness1 on Sep 17, 2016
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It depends .If you have dominant fearful thoughts, guilt feelings and tendency to brood over the past suffering , you will feel bad when you are alone. if you choose to enjoy your loneliness , you have to face your fears and feel ease with yourself
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psychopsychologist1896 on Sep 23, 2016
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Yess it's completely normal.. loneliness cause you to feel more anxious and frustrated sometimes. It's completely natural. But turn your loneliness into solitude and enjoy your own company.
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miraculousPink30 on Sep 24, 2016
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no its not normal. if you feel more anxious when you're alone its better to consult with a therapist
Profile: Godlovesus
Godlovesus on Sep 24, 2016
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Every mind functions differently so yes it is normal. But if u r frequently getting anxious without any specific reason then you must seek a professional's help.
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Anonymous on Sep 29, 2016
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Yes. It all depends on what kind of person you are. Some people, including myself, are introverts and feel more comfortable when alone. Introverts tend to feel the most anxious when confronted with social situations. Others, such as a very good friend of mine, are extroverts and thrive in the company of other people, and therefore are more anxious when left with their own thoughts free of distraction. However, this doesn't mean introverted people can't experience the same anxiety when alone. I have found that, occasionally, I get very anxious when my I'm not surrounded by others and my mind is allowed to wander to topics that trigger my anxiety.
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