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What does it mean when you feel lonely all the time?

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What does it mean when you feel lonely all the time?
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CalmRosebud
May 6th, 2020 11:34am
There is some way you are not connected to living. Maybe it means you're moving too fast, or not noticing the little things around you, the details that make life worth living, savoring the sensations around you, or thinking about what is happening with layers and nuance rather than just slogging through. Even making a small connection with another person, animal or thing, could make a huge difference in feeling like you are part of this whole. It's just a thought about loneliness all the time. Also, simple rituals such as doing something at the same time or similar time that is reassuring to you might decrease your loneliness.
emmalah
December 31st, 2016 3:47pm
Usually it means the connections that are existent in your life aren't fulfilling you emotionally in a way that you need. To help it can be quite useful in really looking at what you want from the support network around you and being able to voice those wants so that you can strengthen weak connections. It is perfectly valid to feel lonely even in a room full of people, try to pick out one or two people that you think may be able to help and work on creating a dialogue you are in control of that fulfills you. Sending hugs!
Katietoerag
February 5th, 2017 10:44pm
It can be a symptom of depression and is something you should seek expert advice on. Loneliness effects people in different ways, some crave to be alone, others hate it yet feel alone when surrounded by friends. Loneliness is not about being physically alone but the mind set itself.
Anonymous
January 13th, 2017 10:18am
If you feel lonely all the time then that is not a good sign. I, myself have been through that feeling my most of my teenage years. You may feel like, more people is the solution to your loneliness, but alas, it is not so. Instead, i would say that it may be the result of us, spending so much time in our head, overthinking every little thing. It may also mean, we are not challenging ourselves to grow as much as we should. It may also mean that we haven't yet found our passion in life (or really a thing that we are good at and love doing). Just realize that we need get out of our head and live the hell out of whatever is presented to us by our life. Just give yourself new challenges to overcome and try your best (what if you can't? You will still have a best time).
skeletondoorframe
February 11th, 2017 6:29am
When you feel lonely all the time, it could mean you don't talk to your friends enough. Try to shoot them a message or do something with them.
1dforlife
July 15th, 2020 3:43pm
when you really want to share something to someone and there's nobody to share. Or if they have issues trusting or making friends. feeling left out and bored. feeling depressed but no one is to help the person. feeling insecure, or lack of support or encouragement. even if there are parents and family around you, you feel to live seperately just because both have different point of views. when you go against something and want someone to be on your side. left ignored, forgotten all leads to loneliness. you can solve this by making friends or sharing your insights with the person around you or staying away from them.
aimy
April 21st, 2017 1:26pm
It can mean a great deal of things. Loneliness can be a symptom of something more serious, like depression. Remember to take care of yourself and if you feel compelled to, seeing a doctor isn't a bad idea if your loneliness is affecting your quality of life.
Anonymous
June 11th, 2017 3:43pm
You are probably not getting what you need from the people in your life - support, affection, conversation...
ElephantTiger1
June 14th, 2017 6:54am
Feeling lonely isn't an uncommon response, people will go through loneliness at least once in their lifetime. Sometimes when we feel lonely this can be an indication that something in your life needs to change, whether that is an unhealthy relationship with a friend or partner or even the job that you are in. Sometimes changing routine and trying something different or new to engage yourself in new experiences can be enough to make you feel included and accepted again. But please remember that even when you feel alone and like nobody cares, people do care and you are greatly loved. Don't give up, I believe in you!
fantasticArrow20
July 17th, 2017 9:45am
It feels like you have something interesting to tell everyone but no one to listen to you. The feeling of not belonging makes a person feel lonely all the time.
Anonymous
August 10th, 2017 3:18pm
Loneliness over prolonged periods of time could be a result of social isolation or long periods of withdrawal from the world around you. Alternatively loneliness can be felt despite being surrounded by others perhaps due to a lack of people to confide in
Swish2Swish
September 17th, 2017 4:39am
It might mean that you lost touch with yourself. Try to connect with your heart and your gut. If you feel lonely all the time, it might mean you have depression. Or it could mean that you don't have enough connection in your life, such as prayer, family, friends, and aquaintances, and animals.
ScreenOphelia
September 22nd, 2017 5:28am
When you feel lonely all the time, to the point where it inhibits your ability to feel any positive emotion, it can mean you're feeling a bit depressed. While it is common to feel depressed from time to time, it isn't a great time forthe person experiencing it. When you are feeling lonely, it can be best not to surround yourself with people, but maybe to do something nice for yourself. Something that you'd enjoy, even in solitude!
fruityRose13
October 13th, 2017 2:58pm
Feeling lonely is a sign of depression. I use to suffer from depression and I was lonely even when i was surrounded by friends. It was a constant feeling in my chest. Its an awful feeling that took a lot of self training before it stopped. And even now, I sometimes get random bouts of the feeling.
WishfulTree35
October 14th, 2017 4:46am
There are times when you feel lonely while being with a bunch of people, right? When you feel lonely, it means you feel alone. It can be caused by not having someone to talk to. It's the feeling you get when you want to tell someone something, but there is no one there that you want to tell.
Anonymous
October 22nd, 2017 11:48pm
It could mean that you feel you have no one to share your feelings with. It is possible that you have kept a lot inside yourself because either you didn't know how to communicate those feelings or you didn't have anyone to communicate them to. Both of these can make you feel lonely, since you're keeping feelings and emotions to yourself.
moonlightdragon
October 31st, 2017 10:06am
It can means a lot of things, but the main can be that you don't feel any true connections with the people around you. Like you might talk and do stuff thogether but it feels like you're just doing it with a stranger who is casually there.
FranInJapan
March 29th, 2018 4:40pm
It means that you want someone to be there for you, yet you feel as if there is no-one, no-one looking out for you or there to talk to.
Sean2k11
November 3rd, 2018 8:52am
When I think of loneliness I think of lack of friends. Or the absence of feeling that you belong to somewhere whether it be to a community,school or simply a group of friends. One of the hardest things i have realized is that I may never feel like I fit in because of my disease and what iv been through. And it hurts that no one will understand me 100%. But that's ok because no will ever be you or have your fingerprints. Back to the loneliness, Ask yourself, Why do I feel lonely? When do I not feel lonely? You also should soul search for what you're looking for! Make up a situation in your head that makes you feel not so lonely. It won't be perfect but you should try to pursue it!
HeyMaxley
July 21st, 2018 8:10am
Unable to stay away from the angsty teenager response, I feel like no one understands me. Or that sometimes I write out a vent but then hesitate and delete the whole thing. I always think like "No- don't say that" or "don't bother them with it." The small voice in my head always is telling me that no one cares or understands. It sucks.
CaravanDreams
July 1st, 2018 6:03pm
If you're a person who appreciates solitude for studying or other purposes, loneliness is a scarce visitor, since you're occupied with the things you deem are worth your time. If you're feeling lonely for lack of friends or people who think and feel like you, maybe it means you need to be recruiting friends in the right crowd. So as a first step, observe what kind of person you are, and find communities who resemble you & your aspirations. Reach out, I'm sure a lot of people would love you.
Returncontrol2u
January 2nd, 2019 6:18am
First check, are you alone. By that I mean are you in the Artic or far rural where there are physically few people to be with. This text comes to you across electronic signal, does not mean we are together, but does not mean you are alone either. Which brings me to the next point. The feeling of alone, like the diversity of human beings, has a diversity of intensity and character. How you define the alone feeling changes the answer to the question. Teenagers can feel lonely "all the time" when they are grounded from the phone for one night. Adults can feel lonely all the time when they are in the middle of a "hostile" work environment. There are people and options to change your situation, but the feeling or other factors motivate you to not explore them. Most often feeling lonely all the time simply means you have not found someone or something to connect with. Something that touches your soul and brings out your joy. The best way to not be alone or feel lonely all the time is to explore bravely your environment and yourself. Discovering new things can at least keep you busy and at best let you find the piece of life you have been looking for. Reach out, go out and even reach inside yourself for the new and interesting things that make your world unique. Don't forget to share your experience here. We like happy ending and great beginnings.
BrandonCares1074
May 5th, 2018 1:59am
This could be a sign of depression. This could result to not wanting to interact with other people around you.
WatermelonForTheSoul
August 4th, 2019 4:24am
Feeling lonely all the time means that you have not found yourself yet!... Maybe you need to use the time being lonely to get to know yourself more and understand it, understand its needs and know its value and worth :) Pay attention to what revives it, what fits it, and what sets your soul on fire! It might takes long to find it.. but You will arrive eventually to your right destination. Keep searching Inside yourself.. You are a universe full of secrets.. And do not forget to be kind to yourself and go easy on yourself. :)
Anonymous
April 15th, 2018 12:05pm
maybe your depressed when i felt lonely all i did was cry myself to sleep night after night and soon my family found out and they to me to a doctor and i was tested for depression, or maybe you feel lonely because you miss being around the people you care about the most
JoshListens07
April 13th, 2018 10:28pm
That for some reason you do not feel you have anybody to talk to or interact with which can make you feel sad and alone.
AngelSparkles
March 30th, 2018 7:47pm
That you want someone to talk to you. And you feel kind of lost in the world, as if no one likes you.
Anonymous
November 23rd, 2017 5:30pm
When you feel like you have nobody to talk to and when you feel alone. When you feel like nobody understands you and when you want somebody by your side to support you.
WiseCarol1
January 5th, 2018 9:35pm
You are probably at some level of depression. It is normal to feel lonely some times, but not all of the time. You probably need to find a hobby, help someone else, go to the gym to exercise, and if none of those things work, get some professional help.
Anonymous
December 16th, 2017 12:03am
Human beings are instinctively social animals. It is natural for us to feel alone or lonely when we are isolated from others. Sometimes, however, when we are constantly feeling alone, it may be that we are turning away from ourselves. Although our negative thinking patterns will lead us to think so, there is nothing inherently wrong with you if you feel lonely most of the time. A few things we can do about this loneliness are 1. Challenge our inner critics by acknowledging our negative thought without judgement of ourselves. 2. Practicing kindness and self compassion, and 3. Think outside ourselves by practicing generosity for others.