Some people get into a relationship for the sake of not
being alone. This can be a mistake. Getting into a
relationship with someone just for the sake of not being
alone is not very smart. Here are some ways on how to deal
with this fear of loneliness.
Getting into a relationship with someone for the sake of
not being by yourself can cause problems down the road.
What happens if you pick the wrong person? You choose
someone and you get married. After five or six months, you
start to realize that you made a mistake in selecting this
person. What do you do now?
Its not fun being alone but being with someone that you can
barely tolerate is not the answer. Once you get married and
have kids, it can be very difficult to get out of the
relationship if things turn south. Make the smart decisions
now and do not let loneliness become a issue in your
relationships.
Spending some time with animals can get rid of loneliness.
Get a pet or volunteer at your local animal shelter.
Walking or petting the animals can be very effective in
managing loneliness. Animals are a great source for
companionship.
Get a hobby. Find something you like to do and get
involved. If you like to play volleyball, then find a local
team. If you like to lift weights, then go to a gym. Doing
something you like will keep you active and help you to
make friends.
Develop a network of friends. A person who has friends will
not be as alone as for someone who is constantly by
themselves. Again, join a group where you can develop long
lasting friendships.
When facing a current or upcoming task that overwhelms you
with a lot of anxiety, the first thing you can do is to
divide the task into a series of smaller steps. Completing
these smaller tasks one at a time will make the stress more
manageable and increases your chances of success.
Take advantage of the help that is available around you. If
possible, talk to a professional who can help you manage
your depression and anxieties. They will be able to provide
you with additional advice and insights on how to deal with
your current problem. By talking to a professional, a
person will be helping themselves in the long run because
they will become better able to deal with their problems in
the future. Remember that it never hurts to ask for help.
Finally, if being alone bothers you that much then its best
to see a professional. He or she can give you insights on
how to better manage your fear of being alone. There is
nothing wrong with being alone. In fact the average person
spends some time alone during their lifetime.
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Stan Popovich is the author of "A Layman's Guide to
Managing Fear Using Psychology, Christianity and Non
Resistant Methods" - an easy to read book that presents a
general overview of techniques that are effective in
managing persistent fears and anxieties. For additional
information go to: http://www.managingfear.com/
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