Is it normal to not want to socialize sometimes?
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As long as it’s not some stressful reason, then just do how you feel. And that’s perfectly FINE. Life is about YOU being peacefully happy so you can enjoy good experiences every day, do things that are about YOU. ALL people have the desire to have alone-time sometimes, some a longer time, some a short time.
Are friendships as important as relationships?
Studies into inter-personal connectivity have shown that friendships are the most important relationships we have in terms of our health and happiness, and cultivating them into old age could even help us live longer. Friendships, when they’re good, are more important than any other connection we have.
Is it normal to not care about socializing?
Don’t worry too much about not loving socializing, it’s completely normal. But since it’s an inevitable part of life, it will be easier for you to slowly, gradually get more accustomed to socializing.
Why do I not like social media?
There are many reasons why people would say “I hate social media” or that they’re deleting social media off of their phones and tablets. Because they don’t want to feel pressured into doing what the others are doing. Or feel the anxiety of not living a good enough life as the others are.
Socializing is actually draining for everyone eventually. It makes sense that both introverts and extroverts would feel tired after socializing, because socializing expends energy. You have to talk, listen, and process what’s being said, among other things.
Risk factors for anhedonia include a family history of schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, or major depression. Females are at a heightened risk of suffering from anhedonia. Other risk factors include eating disorders, a history of abuse and/or neglect, recent trauma and/or heightened stress, major illnesses, etc.