The lonely one is the one who feels lonely. This feeling does not ask if and how many people are around. It arises in the company of friends if they do not understand and do not accept you, and with a partner - sometimes even if you love him and he loves you. I've been in a relationship for a long time, but I've felt lonely. Always. At all the hangouts, my partner, his family, and my in-laws. I first turned to a specialist for help to find harmony with me. I googled and found a specialist for me at counsellinginmelbourne.com.au. At the moment, I am alone, but I don't feel lonely. After sorting myself out, I realized I didn't need a boyfriend and his company. I didn't want to deal with the traumas I had as a child and sought solace in other people. You won't believe it. I'm happy now. I'm working on myself and my development. I got a dog as I dreamed of (but everyone close to me had plenty of excuses not to get pets). I watch what I want, buy things and food for myself, and don't consult anyone about what I should do. I'm finally living alone, and I'm not lonely.

Being alone and being lonely are 2 different things.

Being alone empowers you with the freedom to do whatever the HELL you want. No strings...no commitment...no promises to worry about keeping. Enjoy it...learn how to communicate more clearly and effectively and you will never feel alone again. You get to find new friends and interests.

I've been alone for 20 years. It's not fatal.

Harden the fuck up.

What are you scared about?

At 68, I have been happily single for 27 years. I volunteer, hike, jog, lift weights, read, cook and have fun in life.

I refuse to wait on a selfish, lazy man-child. Men talk big (aka bullshit) about shared housework and cooking, but slack off once we live together. I fell for this twice.

Never again.