I feel like isolating myself, but deep inside I am very lonely. What do I do?

being lonely can be seriously damaging to the mental outlook of a person.i was almost lost in this world without no one by my side until i MYSELF decided to get a new life. There are things you love.let it be drawing,rock climbing or even stitching.find out that one hobby which will motivate you to go out.socailize,learn,create and inspire.

I would consider trying to meet new people, preferably optimistic people to help and support you and maybe make you feel better. Going out, finding a new favorite show or listening to some good music can keep you content. But if isolating yourself makes it worse, please don't do it.

More often than not, becoming isolated is like an impulse as it is the only thing you know to do. But isolation can have negative effects, as you said, loneliness. Therefore, if it will help, you can try scheduling time to spend with other people while having time for yourself. It can also be something simple as going for a walk or playing a game, maybe swim, rather than holing up in a room. C:

I think I understand where you are coming from. We crave emotional connection, but speaking with others can oftentimes be emotionally and physically draining. Sometimes, I will feel as if I'm missing something (e.g. a best friend), but there will be other times when I need to shut myself away from everyone else for awhile in order to clear my head. For example, I would be too exhausted to maintain a conversation with my coworkers after work, and would just rush home so that I can rest. However, being alone is the last thing I would need, because then I'm left alone with my own thoughts which can be extremely uncomfortable. I think in these circumstances, it's important to know why you are isolating yourself or why you are feeling lonely inside. Do you think that you need more space than other people do? Are you unable to find people around you who share the same interests or personality? Knowing how much time you need to yourself to recharge is also extremely important. I would also suggest speaking with a therapist or peer counselor (7 Cups of Tea is here for a reason!) He or she may help you discover ways for you to deal with your feelings of loneliness, and build connections within your community.

I contact someone on 7cups or others to talk about what is causing me to want to be isolated. Sometimes letting other people hear what is happening with me might help me to get out of my troubling thoughts and feelings. They might be able to help me to see what I am really needing.

This may be a moment to self-reflect for a short while on your own, but eventually take small steps and edge towards speaking to people about your feelings and discovering new relationships.

Try your best to talk to someone. Challenging yourself is helpful.If you don't succeed try next time

Why do I feel lonely and what cause me isolated? Recheck and think about the possible ways that made you apart from others. What need to change? Myself of change others? If you have doubt about something with someone that you think unproper, face it and clarify your doubt.

Talk to a friend or family member. Just talking to someone can be very helpful at providing you with comfort and make you feel less lonely. If you feel you can't do that, try a therapist. Try and make new friends and put yourself out there. It is never a good idea to isolate yourself, especially if you feel lonely. Surround yourself with only people who make you feel good about yourself.

I make a list. I list everything I think I would like to do. I pick something, anything, from that list and search for how I can do that thing. I focus on planning the activity, I consider people that I know who may like to join me - and let them know my plans. I look at local clubs and opportunities, if I dont feel brave enough to join, I note them on my list for a braver day. If there is a reason I think that is preventing me from trying something on the list I will ask myself what it is, what I could do to address it and make a plan!