I’m completely isolating myself from my friends.
One of my best friends is visiting after being gone for a year, and I cancelled our plans, both times.
I can’t get myself to leave my house- the thought makes me feel physically sick.
I hate going out, because putting on a mask physically and mentally exhausts me.
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sunny,
the masks we wear are draining when we wear them too much. sure we don a mask at work or at family events, but for you to be comfortable with going out again you need to go out as yourself. if you are sad be sad, if you are depressed be depressed. those that love you will still be there and will support you in helping you find the happiness again within yourself and without a false display. be strong, someone loves you.
You can let your friend know how you feel that way when she arrives she wont have the highest expectation and you will feel more yourself.
I hate the mask thing too but I don’t do it anymore I follow my gut and if my gut is uncomfortable I will get out of the situation.
no SG, i dont agree with u, u should never lock yourself in the darkness u have been in. dont lose your friend if he/she care about u, i’m sure he/she’d understand u. reply please, good luck 🙂 .
maybe hanging out outside with a really trusted friend might help on my down days even though i might feel like tearing myself apart inside i still find it somewhat comforting to be stuff with my best friends.