Loneliness vs Solitude – Signs You Spend Too Much Time Alone

There is a thin line between solitude and loneliness, and we have collected some indicators which means that you are leaning towards loneliness, and it is time to break the pattern.
Loneliness and solitude are two different things. Even though they follow the same principle, one is harmful and one is beneficial. Loneliness refers to the sadness that surrounds you because you have no friends or company. Whereas, solitude means the state of being with oneself, one's own choice. Loneliness can be beat, while solitude is usually pleasurable.
There has been countless research on the topic of loneliness that has shown somewhat similar results. It has been linked to depression, mental health issues, obesity and even suicide. In addition, some studies have linked the increased incidence of loneliness to the integration of technology into our lives that has reduced face-to-face communication.
On the other hand, loneliness in the right amount is very beneficial for humans. According to many psychologists and psychiatrists who have conducted extensive studies into the art of solitude, it has been concluded that solitude improves productivity and concentration as well as your relationships with yourself and others.
There is a thin line between solitude and loneliness, and we have collected some indicators which means that you are leaning towards loneliness, and it is time to break the pattern, we have looked at some ways to manage and heal this dreadful feeling Also mentioned - before you fall down the rabbit hole of loneliness:
Number one is you crave meaningful connections:-
You have stopped hanging out with your old friends. When they try to meet, you make excuses because you think you are not in that circle. Instead, you begin to crave deeper connections with people. Even if you hang out with your friends occasionally, you still feel lonely because you don't feel like you are connected to them on a deep level. While understandable, this is not healthy behavior. In life, you have to make friends with all kinds of people, and don't wait for deep relationships to form immediately. So go out and make connections, you might find the connection you're looking for in unexpected people.
The second is restlessness and boredom:-
Sometimes you either get bored or get restless. You are now as accustomed to escape and background noise as in TV shows, movies and video games. The worst part is that you don't try to change your circumstances, you become numb to feelings and start accepting your helplessness. Instead, you should try to enjoy your own company. Instead of mindless background noise, you can meditate or practice yoga. Meditation has been shown to transform loneliness into a feeling of solitude. So please, be kind to yourself and practice meditation.
Third is that you are harming yourself:-
You've had distractions in the form of food, alcohol, physical self-harm, or drugs. Loneliness is a feeling that demands escape, and you almost always choose the wrong way to escape. We know it seems like nothing can make you feel better, and this dark, lonely night will always be here, but it is not. You can come out of it, all you have to do is take the first step. Accept that you feel lonely, as with all things, acceptance is the first step to recovery. Once you accept that, work out a plan for dealing with it. Or do you want to live with this crushing feeling forever? You can talk about it with a trusted friend or support group, you can go to the local dog park or adopt your own pet. The possibilities are endless, you should try many things and stick to the one that works for you.
Next is suicidal thoughts:-
One of the ugly faces of loneliness is the fact that it makes you feel like you are worthless and that no one needs you. This feeling will, over time, lead you to end your life because you will form a belief that people do not need you and that no one will notice your absence. This is not the case! You are needed and there are people who love you. There is a dark cloud of loneliness covering your eyes, and it is very difficult for you to see it, but always remember that after every dark cloud comes a bright morning.
So, while it may sound sad now, don't entertain suicidal thoughts. Think of them as a passing dark cloud, look at it and let it pass.

Fifth, you now have social anxiety:-
It is expected that after being alone for a long time now you are afraid to face people. The only way to overcome this is through practice, you have to re-acquaint yourself with social norms and social interactions. Of course, it won't take that long because you were once a social creature who lost your way in the social jungle along the way. Now you have found your way again, but have to get acquainted with the way again.
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