Lack of close friends and little social contact

Quetzalcoatl · Posted: Mon Apr 28, 2008 11:24 pm Post subject:

I can imagine that a lack of social interaction, leaving one to their own devices, would easily exacerbate ones anxiety. I believe that anxiety is often caused by over-active and intense thoughts mixed with intense and sensitive feelings and emotions. Not having anyone to tell you nothing is wrong can be a bad thing. Trust me.

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Lea · Intermediate User Joined: Mar 08, 2008 Posts: 122

BTW, I also think that social interaction in western societies is more superficial than in some other parts of the world. But that's another topic..[/quote]

That´s right. I travelled in India/Latin America and there hardly passes few minutes without someone joining you on the street, just wanting to talk to you or offering you something. When I first arrived to India (although having experience with Latin America already where it is basically the same), it was quite a shock. I thought I was not going to cope. But surprisingly after a few days I got accustomed to it, developed some kind of immunity. I don´t even know how I manage get through it. Without being too rude even. It is not my nature to be rude, I am always polite with everyone, even with suspiciously looking people. I give myself off as very open and approachable, perhaps even giving an impression to be inexperienced and naive (BTW I definitely look very sensitive and fragile which makes it even harder). But there is a border in me I don´t let anybody to cross. If they ever think of trying to take advantage of me (or generally when they are manipulative and unfair), I can be quite tough. And most of all, sense of humour and taking things lightly helps best. Without it would be impossible to travel I think.

recluse · Posted: Tue Apr 29, 2008 8:30 pm Post subject:

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