Is it normal to want to be alone?

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I'm not entirely sure if it's the voices in my head that are telling me this, or if it's the genuine me. But I do just... Want to be alone. I have friends. Friends who I really like and care for. But. I'm sort of developing a strong social anxiety and becoming very paranoid about what people think of me and such. I think things would be a lot easier if I wasn't tied down to anyone, friends or family. I know things would also be easier to some extent with people by my side but I just... Mmmmm... I don't even know anymore really. Sometimes I just crave for a life of solitude, forever trapped with the company of myself... Or more accurately, the company of myselves...

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  • jrouston
    8 years ago

    Normal so far, but don't go very far in wanting to be alone cuz human beings are social animal.they are born to live with others! Not alone. I advise you to visit a therapist or a socio worker so you may get help by a professional. otherwise, things risk to cross the red line! And, you don't want to cross the red line, do you?

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  • Ziggy2
    12 years ago

    Yes it's normal, I hate every single soul in England and I would rather live in the forest, struggling to survive rather than go to school or see idiots who I want to rip the throat open with my teeth.

    I hate my family and wouldn't really care if they were burned alive, as long as I can have some freedom and get away from civilization or concrete jungles (cities).

    There are only 2 ppl in my mind.

    1 wants to get away and live a life of freedom and no responsibility and the other wants to experiance the warmth of all beautiful women, if you know what I mean.

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  • YouKnowYouLikeIt
    12 years ago

    I feel exactly the same way. But because of this I have a therapist and he's really helping me get back into my life socially.
    xoxoxo

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  • Ldizzy1234
    12 years ago

    I know how you feel. I'm constantly wondering what others think of me, and it never was this bad before. I'm finally to the point where I think its becoming a problem, causing me mental exhaustion. Its making me sick.

    If you are paranoid about stuff like that, it's gonna make you sick too. Maybe you'll feel better getting this off your chest to a therapist.

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  • MissClaire
    12 years ago

    I think its normal to want your alone time.... my father used to want to live in a light house alone, no phones etc. I am a bit concerned about you saying 'myselves',and stating that you have voices in your head (that will require help beyond the scope of this website).
    Stating that you never want to be tied to anyone, your entire life is another extreem feeling that I think you should explore professionally.
    If your not sure if this is a real feeling or a fake one, go camping alone for 3 days or more with no one near you.... no towns, no people at all. See how you feel, write it down. Just an idea but overall I would seek the help of a professional.

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  • [Old Memory]
    12 years ago

    Sounds like you are really confused. You should visit a psychiatrist, I think they could help you.

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