According to a 2019 survey by health insurer Cigna, 61% of people feel lonely from “not enough social support, too few meaningful social interactions, poor physical and mental health, and not enough balance in our lives.” TL;DR: Most of us are lonely for a lot of valid reasons.27 Jan 2021
What is it called when you don't want to be alone?
Also known as autophobia, isolophobia, or eremophobia, monophobia is the fear of being isolated, lonely, or alone.25 Oct 2021
What to do if you dont want to be alone?
- Reframe it. Casting a different light on what it means to be alone can sometimes make it easier to navigate feelings of loneliness.
- Fill your house with sound.
- Stay connected.
- Make the most of your interactions.
- Get outside.
- Talk about your feelings.
- Draw out your creative side.
- Consider a pet.
Why do I fear going places by myself?
The anxiety is caused by fear that there's no easy way to escape or get help if the anxiety intensifies. Most people who have agoraphobia develop it after having one or more panic attacks, causing them to worry about having another attack and avoid the places where it may happen again.18 Nov 2017
How can I stop being scared of living alone?
- Get to know yourself better.
- Strengthen your relationships.
- Identify when you feel most lonely.
- Consider a pet.
- Connect with your community.
- Add some structure.
- Try new things.
- Create your ideal space.