Lonelines

The silent predator

HOW MANY times have you been in the company of friends, chit-chatting and laughing at some of the most hysterical jokes, yet you’re feeling isolated? Bothered by a persisting emptiness, that seemingly makes any human contact and interaction meaningless. That’s a character of the loneliness syndrome, a silent predator that eats away at your happiness.

At some point we will all feel isolated, especially after the death of a loved one or friend, or even when we cross to unfamiliar grounds. Still, there will come a point when this feeling will consume you.

First, one has to understand that loneliness does not mean that you are alone. It’s also the first hurdle you need to clear in loosening yourself from the firm grips of the emotional issue that over time deteriorates your mental health.

WORSENING OF HEALTH

Prolonged loneliness is powerful. The ill emotional state can lead to mental disorders that can cause even greater damage to you. Depression is one such condition. These two have walked hand in hand. And without a strong support from your existing relationships, they may wreak havoc, oftentimes leading to suicidal attempts.

Social anxiety is another psychological malady that is often caused by loneliness. Inevitably, this hampers growth, and increasingly you become afraid of mingling with others, more so strangers, because you fear messing up. This means that if the void is caused by physical solitude, the fear of getting to know or meeting new people could be the source of your unhappiness.

Hoarding and addiction are the other popular conditions that are likely to ensue. So, you might find yourself struggling with an alcohol or other drug addiction. Or attempting to fill the lingering emptiness with objects from previous relationships. These may start out as innocent acts of fulfilment, but over time will form major problems.

REGAINING YOUR HAPPINESS

Your health is your greatest wealth, which means you must not allow loneliness to take charge of you. It’s important that you make the effort to restore your well-being and contentment.

So, start by accepting the effects that the state of might can have on your welfare, both physically and mentally. Develop quality relationships with others essential to this process, as not only will you forge lifelong friendships, but you’ll also be contributing to the wholesomeness of others. And remember to always anticipate the best from all your experiences. Your focus should no longer be rejection, centre on positive and worthwhile thoughts instead. Sources

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