Everyone has the amazing ability to be a beacon of light. Whether you're asking questions or answering them, your words can shine a light into the hearts of many people. This is a power that belongs to us all!
Hello, I'm a mindfulness coach. I can see how tough it is for you, going through these big changes in your mind since you started working. It's totally normal to feel like you can't communicate and be in your own world. It's even normal to worry that this will lead to self-isolation.
Take a deep breath and calm your mind. With enough meditation, you can rekindle the wisdom that is originally yours.
Let's take a look at what's really going on, my friend.
1. Change is a form of growth, my friend!
Everyone grows and changes throughout their life, no matter their age, gender, or financial situation. I remember watching the family sitcom "Growing Pains" when I was a kid. It was about Mike's journey through life, and it was so relatable!
Growing up is a natural process that can bring out all kinds of emotions. If you're feeling confused or lost about your current state, or if you're rejecting or excluding others, these are all normal stages in the process of growing up.
When you were at school, you were such a cheerful, outgoing person! But now you're quiet and don't want to communicate with your parents or friends. You prefer to be alone, to think alone, and to spend time alone. You feel that this difference in your personality is abnormal, and I can understand why.
It's totally normal for a person's state of mind to change over time. Things like age, environment, experience, knowledge, and perception all play a part. So, take a step back and look at your changes from a different perspective. You're not communicating as much because you've started to have your own thoughts. And you've become prudent, reliable, and trustworthy. That's a great sign of maturity!
It's great that you have such a good relationship with your girlfriend! It just shows that you're doing really well in your interpersonal relationships. The only thing is, I can understand why you're having a bit of trouble adjusting to the difference between school and work. But I'm sure it won't have much impact on your work or life.
I'd love to share with you the difference between loneliness and isolation. Loneliness is a feeling of being isolated from the outside world and from other people, which can make you feel lonely and afraid. The difference between loneliness and isolation is whether or not you connect with other people, and it all depends on whether or not you connect with yourself.
It's so hard to give yourself a good review, and it's even harder to give others a good review. This makes it really difficult to experience the joy of getting along with others. When your heart is lonely, it can make you feel lonely in general.
?2. As our social circles change, we also change as individuals.
As we get older, we'll find that friends and classmates who we had a blast with at school will gradually become less connected after we start working.
It's not that the relationship has faded, it's just that the respective circles, experiences, and encounters have changed. Over time, we naturally find ourselves growing apart from our previous friends and classmates. Different circles mean fewer intersections and common ground, and when we're not in the same circles, it can feel like there's less resonance when we communicate. It can feel like there's growing estrangement, but it's not that the relationship has faded. It's just that the respective circles, experiences, and encounters have changed.
As we journey through life, we'll meet different people at different stages. Some will come and go, while others will stick by our side for the long haul.
Growing and gaining from your relationships with others is also a great way to show your love and appreciation for those connections. You can share your thoughts and feelings with your girlfriend, and seeing you from her perspective will give you a new insight and help you make sense of your situation.
I really think you'd benefit from reading "Rebuilding Your Life" and "You Have to Believe." They're great books that'll really help you increase your life capital and strength.
I really hope this helps you, and I love you so much! ?
If you'd like to keep chatting, just click "Find a coach" in the top right corner or at the bottom. I'd love to keep talking with you one-on-one!


Comments
I can relate to feeling like you're drifting away from who you used to be. It's tough when you feel this disconnect from your family and even friends. Maybe it's time to seek professional help to sort through these feelings. Also, talking more with your girlfriend might help; she seems to be a solid support for you.
Feeling like you're losing the sunny side of yourself must be really hard. It sounds like you've noticed a big shift in your behavior and emotions. Have you considered opening up to a therapist? They could offer strategies to reconnect with your loved ones and improve your daily life. Plus, it might be beneficial to gradually start small conversations with your family again.
It's distressing when you feel yourself withdrawing from everyone around you, especially when you know they care about you. Perhaps setting up a routine checkin with your girlfriend could provide some structure to sharing your thoughts. Additionally, reaching out to a counselor could give you tools to manage these changes and prevent further isolation.