Issues with socializing
in Psychology ·
Man, I totally feel you. Honestly, I moved past that stage a long time ago, but I get it. You just start feeling this intense disgust toward people. You can't stand them. They're self-absorbed, they're boring, they mess with everyone else, and they act like they're better than you? Well, let's be real—a lot of people actually are. But that’s not even why I’m posting.
Look, everything you just described sounds like classic symptoms of depression. I actually went through a massive depressive episode years ago because I just couldn't wrap my head around people. It wasn't that I had trouble socializing—I was always the life of the party, charming and engaging—but behind that big smile, I was thinking, "Ugh, what a bunch of losers. They're revolting." So, I started pulling away from everyone. I avoided social stuff and cut ties with friends, but that doesn't mean I didn't want them. I wanted their company, just strictly on my own terms. When I couldn't manage that, things would get tense, and they either had to back off or we'd have issues.
I really think you should go see a psychiatrist. Seriously, this is a real issue and psychotherapy is how you fix it. For me, I finally managed to build a few healthy, fulfilling relationships, and I feel great now. 👍
Look, everything you just described sounds like classic symptoms of depression. I actually went through a massive depressive episode years ago because I just couldn't wrap my head around people. It wasn't that I had trouble socializing—I was always the life of the party, charming and engaging—but behind that big smile, I was thinking, "Ugh, what a bunch of losers. They're revolting." So, I started pulling away from everyone. I avoided social stuff and cut ties with friends, but that doesn't mean I didn't want them. I wanted their company, just strictly on my own terms. When I couldn't manage that, things would get tense, and they either had to back off or we'd have issues.
I really think you should go see a psychiatrist. Seriously, this is a real issue and psychotherapy is how you fix it. For me, I finally managed to build a few healthy, fulfilling relationships, and I feel great now. 👍