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Not feeling comfortable in one's own self means not accepting who you truly are. It's very important that we are surrounded by positive people whether in real life or online to have a better life satisfaction, a healthier well-being, and higher levels of motivation.

Here are some points to reflect on:

Identify whether you're more of an introvert or extrovert.

If you’re an introvert and frequently go to events just to please others it can feel difficult to feel at peace inside. Vice versa it can be hard to stay most of the time at home if you are an extrovert because you might recharge your batteries by being around others.

Reflect on your expectations

Having expectations towards yourself can be a good thing and help you with discipline and goal settings. However, too high expectations, whether towards yourself or others, can lead to frustration and disappointment.

Reflect on your boundaries

Boundaries are a way to take care of ourselves. Setting and maintaining healthy boundaries helps to prevent feelings of resentment, disappointment, and anger that build up when limits have been pushed.

Exercise to ease into being alone with yourself

1. Set a time for 5 minutes where you will not be interrupted

2. Close your eyes

3. Take some deep breaths slowly in and out - breathe at a pace that makes you feel comfortable

4. Do this every day for at least 2 weeks and observe how you feel differently than when you started on the first day

Sitting with our thoughts and feelings can be tough. It can feel unnatural but it also helps us better understand ourselves and what we need. With practice we can ease into being alone with ourselves and feeling comfortable about it.

Video suggestion:

The Power of Mindfulness: What You Practice Grows Stronger | Shauna Shapiro | TEDxWashingtonSquare

Participation question:

• How easy or how difficult is it for you to be alone with yourself?
• What makes you feel good about yourself?

Seeking Help

Please ask for help from a friend, or if needed for medical advice from a therapist if you constantly feel uneasy with yourself. Being honest about what you’re experiencing and acknowledging and expressing how you are feeling will help to ease your mental strain.

Are you looking for a therapist? 7cups has online, certified therapists with a paid option. For more information click on this link https://www.7cups.com/online-therapy/?ob=1

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