So you’re here just because you think that you are alone, that you are in the darkroom on your own or your happiness is just a makeup over your sadness. But is it? I mean you really need to rethink it because there’s a difference between Being Alone and Being Lonely.
And if you still think that you’re alone then still there is nothing to worry about. Because Being alone doesn’t always mean only sadness or hatred. Alone or Loneliness may not be the same chapter.
Being alone may also depend on your social anxiety & shyness. Introverts can be alone but it is not right if we say they’re lonely too.
Removing your profile picture just because someone forgot to say you a happy birthday or keeping social media distancing by putting your phone aside just because you think that nobody loves you and you’re alone. Well, it’s not bad. Actually, it’s good to have some social media distancing. But again I think, putting your phone aside doesn’t help that much but your strong mind and its controlling power do.
See, I’ve seen people all by themselves and happy too. Being alone is a physical reality of not having friends, families, or partners around, in fact, still, they’re happy with their life. And moreover sometimes being alone is good as no one can hurt you or you won’t get bad company. But when you are alone from inside…
Loneliness is addicting. It’s a kinda black hole that left nothing. It’s a feeling of being surrounded by thousands and yet no one understands you. That feeling of disconnected and friendless.
Recently I had a conversation with one of my lost friends. It’s been 7 years since I met him. We talked for a while and the story he told me left my mind upset. Within these years he’s gone through a lot.
In between the conversation he controlled his tears and said: “Being Lonely is the worst thing in anyone’s life. It feels like you’re drowning in an ocean of your own self-judgment and hate and every time you pull yourself up to breathe, another wave washes over you. There are a lot of people around you but yet no one holds your hand to bring you to the shore.”
And the best part is he called himself a survivor and he’s proud of himself because the bravest thing he did is keep on living even after all these bad trips. He said that he always thought that if he died, his mom would be sad.
You know what, the feeling of loneliness leads to depression. And within 10 years depression will be the leading cause of death beating cancer, accidents & wars. And that feeling of loneliness comes just because you think you’re alone without knowing the difference.
That feeling of loneliness might also be due to your perpetual habit of overthinking. Experts say the human mind can produce up to 70,000 thoughts a day and obviously, most of them are completely useless and unimportant.
Related Post: 8 simple but effective ways to stop overthinking
There are almost 8 billion people in this world and you still think that you are the only one. There are thousands of people out there going through the same.
Don’t fall for the fake images that celebrities put on their social walls. you never know the secret behind them.
So, next time you think that you are alone just remember, that being alone isn’t something about Murphy’s law or sadness or depression. Even those who walk alone have the strongest directions. Sometimes it’s good to be alone. I also like to be alone but I hate to be lonely. There’s a difference.
And also remember this too shall pass!
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This was a great post and ofc a meaningful topic. I loved the line "people who walk alone sometimes have the strongest directions". Ofc we all feel lonely at times, and also there are some times when we prefer to be alone. But it's important to keep oneself mentally healthy. Because the truth is no one in this world is selfless. So you have to love your own self. And even if you are alone, don't let yourself be lonely. Social service, writing, or even meditation and working on small goals can help a lot. If no one is there for me, I'll be there for myself.
Yes, true words. We often mistake between being alone & being lonely. But being Alone isn't something bad..
Everyone is going through the same, fighting their own battles. And calmness, writing & meditation really helps a lot.
And really thankyou for sharing your views with us.
Have a great day 😉
Thanks. You too.
Well explained 'alone and lonely'
You forgot to mention your name 😂
Anyway Thankyou & Keep smiling
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Well said 🙏 many people don't know the difference... I hope your blog helps them to figure out the main difference between these two 🤗🤗 amzing blog really
Thankyou Shivi. Much appreciated 🙂
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Excellent post. You clearly brought out the difference between alone and lonely.
Thank you Muralikrish 🙂
Makes me wanna read and read and read and even share to my fellows
Thank you :-)
amazing post
Thank you 🙂
Anytime ☺
Take care 🙂
You too 😊
Thank you, Ritish, for clarifying the differences between being alone and being lonely. They are often mistakenly viewed as being one and the same. Even though I have people I love and enjoy spending time with, I value time to myself.
An antidote to lonliness might be reaching out to other lonely people. Rather than wallowing in your own misery, find ways you can be of service to others.
Thank you, Ritish, for a very insightful post!
Be safe and happy!
Cheryl Batavia
I always love your comments. 🙂
But I think it’s very difficult to find that lonely human being hiding inside of a normal person.
They also don’t wanna talk. Somewhere they’re also right because world is enough to make you feel bad.
The only way you can get out is telling yourself that you are survivor. And this too shall pass.
Thankyou for sharing your valuable views.. Cheryl. Keep smiling
Very well written, the topic of being lonely and being alone is really interesting
Thank you so much Chris.
Your welcome Ritish.
I agree!
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Great article. I couldn't agree more. If you're truly at peace than you're at peace with yourself. I think some of us feel like we need a million friends but the truth is being your own best friend is far more important. Thanks for the words
Absolutely. It so is
If you are a friend of yourself then no worries remain in your mind.
And the best thing even if you're alone, you won't be a lonely.
Thanks for your views. 🙂
Good to differentiate between alone and lonely. I find that being alone is a respite from the world and is necessary. I do not live alone and I am not lonely. But time spent alone gives me time to reflect and sort things out.
That's what I said. There's nothing wrong in being Alone. But problem arises when people think that being Alone is a sign of loneliness. Later which leads to depression.
And thanks Anne leueen for sharing your thoughts.
Even those who walk alone have the strongest directions...nice post!🙂
Thank you.
Take care & Keep smiling.
“I also like to be alone but I hate to be lonely” So true! Much like me.
We'll that's good.
Keep smiling then. 🙂
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Great article. I agree with you.
Thankyou Kally
Yes, feeling alone is terrible. It's good to have people in your heart, and wonderful when they have you in theirs as well. Very nice post, Ritish!
Having your favourite people around you is the best feeling ever.
And I hope you always get that feeling.
Thanks Tina
Thanks, Ritish. I hope you always get that feeling as well.
🙂
Theres a thin layer between alone and loneliness...but it makes a huge difference...
PEOPLE SEE A LONELY ALONE PERSON, BUT OTHERS AREN’T ALONE TOO EVEN WITH CROWD?
Be happy wherever you feel alone because being alone even at the presence of crowd kills in internally a lot! ♥✨🥀
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You got it. And thank you for bringing out the clarification of being alone.
Hope people Should know it as well.
Take care & keep smiling 🙂
Take care too... Happy blogging ♥🥀✨
I literally was wondering the difference from a long time....but didn't got the right answer so thank you. LOVED ur posts💜💞
Thank you to you Vidhi.
Hope you keep smiling. Take care
True . Some days I feel either. Some days, both . Other days neither. The important thing is to keep living, trying, & realize we always have choices that brings happiness. Thanks.
The bravest thing we did even after alone from inside is keep on living.
We should be proud of ourselves.
Thankyou so much for this valuable comment.
This is what our society going through now especially young people. Human to human interaction become less, Great writing!
So true. That's why the suicide rate and depression is gonna be the leading cause of death worldwide.
Yes. Getting worse. Keep writing👍
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