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Suddenly wanting to be alone?

I'm 19 now and a girl.

I'm at a weird point in life right now, I've always been a loner due to not finding people with similar interests and it left me lonely and socially awkward.

Well now I've gained my independence and made friends like me who like me too. Every amazing boyfriend but lately I just want to be alone. Like I can barely carry on conversations and I make no effort to talk or hangout except with my bf sometimes.

I just have nothing I want to share. My temper is also growing with people like I hate crowds or talking with the public for some reason. I just get annoyed.

I'm enjoying alone time lately as it gives me time to do my things with no worry. But the conversation thing worries me as it happened very suddenly this lack of wanting to be with people.

I have it off and on throughout life but usually because of the bad friends my friends aren't bad now though. I just really enjoy talking and hanging out with my pets more and my mom.

Or playing on my computer games and reading.

I can't force myself to talk and my bf worries some things wrong but I tell him I just can't talk or don't feel like it. I'm just comfy by myself for some reason and I crave my alone time.

I hope I'm not in the wrong, am I ?

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  • ?
    Lv 7
    7 years ago

    You're never wrong for feeling a certain way. These are your feelings and it's ok to have them.

    Two possibilities spring to mind when reading your question.

    1. You might be suffering depression. This is more likely if you were previously sociable and have recently lost interest in socializing or fun activities you once enjoyed. Are you experiencing any other symptoms of depression? Other symptoms include feeling teary, snappy, or hopeless/worthless - changes in sleep and appetite. If you think you might be depressed, please seek professional advice.

    2. You are simply a classic introvert. There may also be some level of social anxiety going on, in which case you may find it beneficial to speak to your GP. In my opinion, this is the more likely explanation as opposed to depression, as you mention hobbies and spending time with family and pets. Many introverts struggle in social situations and feel the need to 'recharge' after socializing. However don't be embarrassed to talk to friends, family and your boyfriend about this. There is no shame in being introverted and there's nothing wrong with craving alone time!

  • ?
    Lv 6
    7 years ago

    Nah. Alone time is vital, it's normal. I personally think it's abnormal not to give time to yourself, and give all your time to others. Devote more time to yourself and enhance yourself.

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