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Do people really need others around?
Do you think that people need social interaction to get by? Or could someone get by being alone? As in no friends, and pulling away from family members.
I ask because lately I've been having a way easier time being alone because people I get close to only end up hurting me. But then again, I'm pretty lonely. I can't really win either way. =\
I just wondered what your opinions are.
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I think you need an equal balance of both alone time and time spent with others.
You need time alone, because you need time to think and reflect. You need time to do things for yourself and to just be alone. And sometimes, quite frankly, we just don't want to be around other people.
You need time with others, because other people are a huge part of our lives. We rely on others to talk to about our problems, to laugh with, to cry with, to spend time with, and just about everything else.
So, like I said, I think that we need both alone time and time with others in our life.
-Laura (16-f)
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I'd have to say its good to have social interaction. Sometimes its easier to talk to a friend or family member if I'm having a problem with something. Or, if something exciting happens, I like to tell people about it to spread the joy. But, sometimes its nice to just, be by yourself, not having to worry about other things and people. Pets are great to have too if your lonely but don't really want to socialize with people.
-Brina
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No, its not easier being alone. Its actually quite worse.
Being alone, means that you have only yourself to rely on. It means that you have only your strength to help you through anything.
Often, this world can eat a single person alive without a second thought.
Thats the point of friends and family. People who are there for you as much as they can be. People who shore up your determination and resolve, and at times your ability to be happy when you alone just can't cut it.
No man or woman is an island. No person can stand alone. We weren't designed that way. One of the few things science and religion agree on is that humans are social animals. We require more than just ourselves to stay sane.
Friendships can hurt. I know, I too have been hurt alot in my life.
But, there are those out there who will not hurt you. Those who can be trusted. They are few and far between, but when you find them, you don't let go. The hurt is worth what comes from a friend you can trust.
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I feel like, being alone is needed. However, you need to have people there to talk to. I understand how you feel, because I was in the exact same situation a year ago. You can't be afaid to have friends, be close to family or have a relationship just because you you are scared that you may get hurt in the end. Try to find at least one person who will be there for you. Being alone may feel like the best thing but it can distroy a person from the inside. You can loose self-confidence and loose valuble social skills that you may need to know later in life. Obviously, i'm assuming you are young. But to be happy you need to be able to interact with others. Good luck and i hope you become happy with whatever you choose to do.
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