Posted by SLS on May 24, 2008, at 13:00:37
In reply to Re: loniliness » iforgotmypassword, posted by SLS on May 24, 2008, at 7:26:12
> > if i still didn't have interest in other people, would i have interest when i am alone?
> No, I don't think so. I think you might be confusing interest with loneliness. Loneliness is painful. It is the result of isolation and seclusion.
AMMENDMENT:Yes, I think so. While you are feeling safe and without anxiety in the comfort of your own home, social events don't feel so overwhelming from afar. You can even think of times when you did have anxiety at an event, but, in retrospect, the event seems like it provided you with some enjoyment because you are without anxiety while you are in the act of reminiscing. Separated by time, things don't seem so bad. In other words, you can have a desire to meet people while you are at home in order to end the loneliness, but feel less interested as you approach people because the anxiety builds and the depression numbs you as you get closer and closer.
Which of these two apply best?
- Scott
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