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From a young age, I lacked the ability to communicate with others. My girlfriend is the only meaning in my life. Who can change me?

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From a young age, I lacked the ability to communicate with others. My girlfriend is the only meaning in my life. Who can change me? By Anonymous | Published on December 18, 2024

I was born in 1988 and have never been good at communicating with others. Especially after my first love experience, a two-year relationship that ended in a breakup four years ago, I developed depression. After pouring all my energy into him, I was cheated on, and since then, I have lost interest in interacting with people, feeling a lack of purpose in life, and often contemplating suicide. After that, I dated two other girls, investing all my energy in them as well. The only thing I value is my girlfriend, giving her all of me, all my time and spirit revolving around her. The girlfriend is the only thing I cherish, the only meaning or significance in my life! I know this is not good, and I am unable to change myself. Now that we have broken up, I have lost the ability to communicate with others, feeling lifeless and without purpose. Who can change me? I hate this version of myself!

Albert Shaw Albert Shaw A total of 5394 people have been helped

Hello, OP.

I am going to hug you and comfort your pessimistic, desperate, and lonely heart!

From your post, it's clear that your world has collapsed and that the people you like have left you.

You feel as if the whole world has abandoned you. You don't know what the point of continuing to live is. You are therefore very pessimistic and desperate.

You feel lost and helpless, right?

I don't know what your upbringing was like, what kind of person you really are, or how your depression has affected you.

I want to tell you this:

These emotional experiences will also have a different kind of gain for you.

For example, you realize:

You have no self left when you pour all your emotions into your favorite woman.

When a woman leaves you, your self-identity falls apart!

You need a woman you love to affirm your values and self-identity.

If you can't do without these women who love you and you love them, you should try something new and different.

There's another world out there.

For example, you could be a careerist, a good buddy, or there might even be other, better women waiting for you in the distance.

If you don't know how to communicate and interact with others, how did the previous two relationships come about?

Their existence and the fact that they have spent so much time with you is proof positive that you can get along with people!

If you have a shortcoming in your relationships,

It's likely because you don't know how to get along with people or manage intimate relationships!

In every intimate relationship, you lose your sense of self-boundaries and give away your whole self with ease.

This is why the breakup or cheating caused such a collapse.

You need to break up.

First, you must deal with your grief.

The woman who leaves you takes away more than just this person. She also takes away the love that women have once brought you.

You need to have a farewell ceremony or mourning ceremony, no matter what.

Say goodbye to all of this!

Next, you must reflect on what you have gained from these two emotionally traumatic experiences.

Name one thing you are grateful for.

I am certain that the years you spent with them have given you emotional comfort and the sense of attachment and happiness brought about by intimacy.

Reflection: When you have no self and revolve completely around your girlfriend, it is a symbiotic relationship. For the other person,

Your love suffocates the other person. No girl can bear this kind of controlling love.

You need to reflect on and learn from how to manage the next relationship.

Finally, I want to remind you of something important.

From a broken intimate relationship, you should consider spending time alone, learning to be alone, and learning to be independent in your personality.

You will not be hurt by the breakup when managing the next relationship.

Come on!

I am counselor Yao. You can count on me to support and care about you!

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Freya Kennedy Freya Kennedy A total of 1713 people have been helped

Hello, I can see that you're feeling confused. Please accept my warmest regards.

I sense that you may be experiencing some relationship challenges. I extend to you my deepest sympathies.

I wonder if your current problem might be related to your sense of security.

It might be helpful to consider that your sense of security can be traced back to your infancy and is likely connected to your relationship with your mother.

Perhaps it would be helpful to think back to how your mother reacted when you cried.

I wonder if perhaps she ignored your crying and continued with her own business.

If so, there is a possibility that you may grow up to become an insecure person, which could make you cling to the girl of your dreams as if she were your own lifeline.

To address your current challenges, it may be helpful to consider the underlying causes of your sense of security.

Finding the root cause of the problem is the best way to prescribe the right remedy.

So, the question is, what would be the best course of action now?

If it is an option for you, I would suggest seeking the help of a professional counselor.

Given that your current issue falls within the realm of the original family, I believe it would be more beneficial to seek the guidance of a professional psychological counselor than that of an instant listener.

I truly hope that the issue you're currently facing can be resolved in a timely and effective manner.

I hope I have provided you with some helpful insights. I wish you the best in your endeavors.

I hope my above answer is helpful and inspiring to you. I am the respondent, and I study hard every day.

Here at Yixinli, we extend our warmest regards to you and wish you the best.

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Marcus Davis The test of time is the ultimate measure of worth.

I can see how much pain you're in and it's really heartbreaking. It sounds like your exgirlfriend was a huge part of your life, and losing her has left a big void. Maybe seeking help from a professional therapist could offer some support to guide you through this tough time.

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Karma Davis Forgiveness is a way to make our lives more meaningful and fulfilling.

It's so hard when someone we put all our heart into leaves us feeling empty and lost. I understand that you feel like you've lost yourself after the breakup. Perhaps finding new interests or reconnecting with old hobbies might help you rediscover parts of yourself that you may have neglected.

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Lily Ellis Learning is the adventure of exploring the uncharted territories of the mind.

Your feelings are valid, and it's important not to rush yourself through them. Sometimes talking to friends or family about what you're going through can be helpful. They might provide you with the encouragement and love you need during such a difficult period.

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Langston Davis A well - read mind is like a well - stocked library, full of valuable resources.

You mentioned hating this version of yourself. Remember, healing is a process, and it's okay to take time. Consider joining support groups where others share similar experiences; it might help you realize you're not alone and there's hope for change and growth.

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Olive Miller We grow as we learn to express our true selves.

Feeling like life has no purpose after such a significant loss is understandable, but please know that your life holds immense value beyond just relationships. Exploring personal development, setting new goals, or even volunteering can give you a renewed sense of direction and purpose over time.

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