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Feeling uncomfortable in your own company does not make you weak, it makes you human. But enjoying your solitude is a whole different level of peace. And here are some things you can do to start your new journey.
Without calling yourself needy or broken, start by acknowledging that you're afraid of being alone yourself. Admit with empathy that fear makes room for development rather than shame.
Find out what triggers you when you're alone. Is it a fear of being left behind? Denied? A void you want to fill? To unlearn your fear, you must first understand its source.
Take the time to understand your thoughts, choices, and boundaries. You'll be less afraid of being alone with your thoughts if you feel more connected to yourself.
Knowing that asking for help is not a weakness, it’s a strength. You can develop healthy emotional patterns and repair your old wounds with the assistance and guidance of a mental health expert.
It's not about isolating, sometimes it's about learning to accept your loneliness so that you don't settle for relationships that are superficial. Select those who enhance your life rather than merely cover a gap.
It is not necessary for you to leap in all at once. Try journaling, taking a walk, or unplugging to spend some quiet time with yourself. It won't feel so strange or frightening after a while.