I’ve Never Felt So Alone

We may hear a variety of sources provide us with relationship advice (e.g. friends, family, and other couples). One that usually stands out after a relationship ends is: “Never lose yourself in a relationship”. Sometimes we invest much of our time and may choose to sacrifice parts of ourselves to make our relationships work. And when it doesn’t work as we hoped it would, we can experience an overwhelming sense of loneliness.

Most of our daily habits and routines involved our partners. With them gone, we may ask if this feeling of loneliness will last forever. When we allow this feeling of discomfort to overcome us, we can face some really difficult times.

We may not be able to handle what we are feeling so we decide to start going out more and dating. Because we have not been able to manage our fears of being alone, we can quickly jump into another relationship. This can result in more heartache in the long run.

Facing our fears head on is not easy. The important thing to remember is that from facing those fears, we can overcome them and heal from them.

It is vital in personal development and growth (whether a relationship ends or not), to be comfortable being alone. Being alone allows for an internal awareness of interests, thoughts, attitudes, and activities that will increase your comfort with being by yourself.

Counselling sessions permit that time and space for personal awareness (although there is another therapist in the room). Call us today so we can help!