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Dealing with shyness, anxiety, alone and ignored #SocialAnxiety #Anxiety #MentalHealth #Depression #anger

Struggling with Social Anxiety and Feeling Left Behind

Hey everyone, I’ve been struggling with social anxiety for most of my life, and it’s really hard for me to reach out or connect with others. I’m a very quiet, shy person, full of anxiety and I often find myself holding back because I fear being judged or misunderstood. I don’t easily start conversations, and I communicate through posts instead of direct messages because that feels safer to me.
But here’s the thing: I’ve been left on read, ignored, or blocked so many times that it’s become difficult for me to trust that anyone will actually stick around. It’s really painful when I’ve been told I’m important and that people care, but then they disappear or stop talking to me. Every time that happens, I feel like I’ve lost a piece of myself, and I pull back even more. I get upset, frustrated, and angry because I don’t want to go through the same thing again, but sometimes my emotions just spiral out of control. I’ve screamed, cried, and lashed out, especially when I feel judged, ignored, or hurt too many times. It gets to the point where I’m just tired of being let down over and over again.
I’ve also struggled with feeling like I’ve lost my best friend. She was someone I used to talk to every day, but lately, it seems like she’s been focusing on other people and giving them her time and attention. I’ve tried to tell her how much she means to me and how much I need her, but it feels like she’s just not making time for me anymore. No calls, no texts, no effort on her part. It hurts, and I just feel forgotten, replaced, and alone.
I know I don’t reach out like others do, and it’s not that I don’t care or want to connect—I do. But people say "reach out," and I want to, but it's not that simple. It’s hard for me, and I find myself stuck in a cycle of fear. I don’t think I should have to change who I am to get the care, attention, and friendship that I deserve. I want to be accepted for who I am, for just being myself, and I shouldn't have to change to be liked or valued. I worry a lot about being judged, looked at weird, or even bullied because of my disability, and that’s why I avoid crowds and bigger social situations. It’s overwhelming, and I often end up withdrawing, staying at home, and shutting myself off from the world.
Dealing with my emotions has been incredibly difficult, and at times, it feels like I can't keep it all inside. The constant judgment, being ignored, and hurtful experiences have made it so hard to stay calm. I get to the point where I lash out or just break down because it all becomes too much. It has made me realize that a job would be too stressful for me. The thought of constantly switching tasks and dealing with changes at work would likely make me angry and cause me to lash out at coworkers, just like I’ve been in situations in the past where I couldn’t handle the pressure, and it didn’t end well. Even though some people tell me I should get a job, I wouldn’t be able to handle it, and I won’t get one even if I was financially struggling. It’s hard taking care of myself and making decisions for myself as it is, but avoiding things altogether due to my anxiety just makes it worse. I would avoid doing anything alone, going anywhere, making phone calls, or setting appointments, or anything that makes me nervous. It all just builds up, causing my anxiety to get worse. Besides, it would affect the check I get every month, and at the end of the day, I will do what I feel comfortable with. Staying at home and keeping myself busy is where I feel safest.
I know it’s hard for others to understand this, but it’s something I’ve struggled with my whole life. I don’t want to keep going through this cycle of trying, only to end up ignored or replaced by someone else. I just want friends who will mean what they say, who will be there when I’m struggling, and who will stick around even when things aren’t perfect. I’ve tried my best to get my best friend’s attention in my own way, but it doesn’t seem to matter. I feel like I’m always putting myself out there only to be ignored, and it’s hard not to feel like I’m too much or like I don’t fit in.
I’ve been trying for so long, and it’s exhausting. I’ve spent so much time feeling alone in this, and it’s getting harder and harder to trust that anyone will stay. I haven’t had friends to hang out with in years, and I’ve found it so difficult to meet up with people because I don’t go anywhere alone. My mom works, and I don’t drive, so I’m really stuck when it comes to making plans. It’s frustrating and lonely, but I also know I’m not the only one struggling with this.

Believe me, it isn’t that I haven’t tried—because that is still me reaching out and communicating.

At the end of the day, I just want to be accepted for who I am, flaws and all. It’s hard enough to navigate through my anxiety and emotions, and sometimes it feels like I’m fighting a battle alone. But I’m lucky to have my boyfriend. He gives me everything that friends can’t, even though it’s hard sometimes because he has autism. He’s said things he truly means, and he’s promised me everything. I love him, care about him, and don’t want to be alone. He has always treated me right and has always taken care of me, never once caring that I’m dependent because it doesn't bother him. I am not independent and I don't plan to be either. I will be moving back to him when he gets a new place, and I’m looking forward to that.
I just want to get away from the environment where I feel like I don’t belong—where friends ignore me and my stepdad constantly puts me down by calling me names and judging everything about me, even things like how I look or what music I listen to, calling it “witchcraft” and criticizing my taste. My mom drinks to cope with everything going on in her life, but I can’t make her stop drinking or get help when she won’t, at least not right now. She’s stuck in this situation where she can’t leave because of the bills. She would move to Atlanta with my sister if it ever happens, hopefully by September. I always try to keep my hopes up, but I know it might not happen the way I want it to. I don’t think she’ll get the help she needs because she’s too busy working, and she doesn’t want to be controlled.
But through all of this, I just want to be seen and understood for who I am, without judgment or rejection. I want to be accepted and loved for who I am—no changes needed. If you can relate to any of this, know you’re not alone, and maybe together we can start finding the acceptance and peace we deserve.
"I just want to be understood for who I am, with everything I go through. If I choose to handle things my own way, that's my decision. I don’t want anyone telling me how to live my life or what I should do. I appreciate empathy, but I don’t need advice unless I ask for it. Please respect my boundaries and understand that I’m navigating everything in my own way. Thank you for respecting that."

Can anyone else relate?

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Not Lonely

Self Isolation

Feels like,

The world has turned its back on you.

So you hide,

In all the dark places,

And look out.

Seeing the others have fun,

But are they truly happy?

Maybe they don't like eachother.

What if you were happy, alone?

Because no one can betray you.

#Depression #Autism #Loneliness #Anxiety

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I am here. Don’t worry.

If you cry,
feel alone,
feel lonely,
feel nobody understands you,
feel like giving up,
feel like hope has faded,
feel like what’s the point of trying,
feel like it’s too tough,
feel stressed,
feel lost,
and feel you can’t.
Just remember, there’s a guy from Canada named Danny who believes in you, always cheering you on, and no matter how many times you feel like quitting, he will never give up on you, will always stand by you, and for you.🩷.
-Danny Gautama

#MentalHealth #Depression #Anxiety

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I'm new here!

Hi, my name is Shruti00. I'm here because I need help . I feel very lonely. Im not at happy in my marriage life . I keep remembering my past . I tried all the best ways no to think about my past life . Im unable to do. Please help

#MightyTogether

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How does the transition of seasons affect your mental health?

Hi, Mighty fam! 🌷

Today marks the first day of spring in the Northern Hemisphere, and Mighty staffer @sparklywartanks is experiencing mixed emotions. On one hand, she's excited for the warmer weather and sunshine. On the other, she's noticing an increase in feelings of loneliness and sadness—something that's not entirely new to her but still unfortunate, especially since she loves spring and is relieved to ditch her heavy coat.

Can anyone relate? How do seasonal transitions affect your mental health? Which season impacts you the most? Which season do you look forward to?

#MightyMinute #CheckInWithMe #ChronicPain #ChronicIllness #Disability #RareDisease #MentalHealth #Anxiety #Autism #Parenting #PTSD #BorderlinePersonalityDisorder #BipolarDisorder #Fibromyalgia #Lupus #MultipleSclerosis #Migraine #Spoonie

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I love dogs tremendously. People, not so much!!!

This is Mowgli. I rescued him, or I should say he rescued me. My sister and best friend in the world passed away four years ago. And then my dog passed away about two months after that. My house was so tremendously quiet because I’ve had dogs for 30 years . The silence was deafening. So I told my other sister that I live with and I just had to get a dog. Mowgli was the first dog I saw at the shelter and his eyes, his gorgeous eyes, had my heart immediately. Mowgli is so loving for me. He sleeps cuddled up next to me, and when I cry, he licks away my tears. I adore him and he adores me. He has saved me from a very lonely life without my sister. Now he is my life. And I couldn’t ask for a betterlife partner!!!

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