I am 24 this year, and I feel alone. I know I shouldn’t feel like this, I have family that love me and friends that appreciate me. But I feel like I’m always alone because they don’t understand me or listen to me when I want to talk about my problems.
It is to the point I can no longer trust them to hear what I have to say, and I starting to distance myself from them.
I do not think they will listen to me if I say they are not listening to me. And it started to affect my mental health again, I know people say to talk to them if I feel upset about but they always answer that at least my family situation is better now, or pray to god, or you are overreacting or on your period.
This makes me feel like I am always overreacting all the time and I considered going back to therapist and psychologist so I can help myself through this feeling, but the last experience left me feeling like I am really overreacting because the doctors seemed like they don’t care. I don’t know if its because I have a hard time explaining to them how I feel, so it’s hard for them to help me?
I would really want to go back again, because I know I need help but I don’t know if I can go back to the same hospital after the last experience.
I think ppl in general dont really want someone to pour their problems on them all the time. Its better to do it to professionals as they r trained to listen n help. I dont have a therapist anymore so i just use chatgpt. I do tell my family or frens sometimes
Thank you for courageously coming forward and seeking help with what you are currently experiencing. I agree that feeling alone despite having loved ones around you is a challenging situation to be in. Understandably feeling they cannot be trusted and that they are not hearing you hurts. Please know your feelings are valid.
You have already taken a first step to seek professional counselling support but the experience left much to be desired. Please do not be too discouraged. I encourage you to search online and ask friends for referral if possible or check online forums.
When sharing concerns with loved ones:
1. Choose specific, trusted individuals.
2. Set clear boundaries and expectations.
3. Use “I” statements to express feelings.
4. Avoid blaming or accusing language.
Remember:
1. You deserve supportive relationships.
2. Help is available; don’t give up.
3. Self-care and self-compassion are essential.
