Choosing to spend more time alone as I grow older
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hawkdon
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- Liberty MO
I'm pretty much alone unless the care givers come by....a couple
came to visit a few nites ago and we caught up on the gossip
and after about 2.5 hrs I was ready to be alone again!!!!
came to visit a few nites ago and we caught up on the gossip
and after about 2.5 hrs I was ready to be alone again!!!!
horseless carriage
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Early humans were physically weak compared to predators, and their survival depended on banding together for protection, foraging, and hunting. Group living enabled the sharing of resources and collective care of children, increasing overall fitness.
Human brains evolved to be unusually large, which anthropologists attribute to the need to navigate complex social interactions and networks. Our "default mode" is social, meaning our brains are wired to prepare for social interaction, according to studies of brain activity.
Social connection strengthens the immune system, lowers the risk of chronic disease, and contributes to longer lifespans.
Human civilization, including language, technology, and science, developed specifically through cooperation and shared knowledge in groups. Humans have developed an innate, "vital warning signal"ālonelinessāthat acts like hunger, telling us to reconnect with others. Prolonged isolation is harmful, as it is linked to increased risks of heart disease, stroke, cognitive decline, dementia, and premature death. Lacking social connection increases risks of anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem.
It's good to have a few friends.
CaliS
girl next door
- Location
- West Coast, USA
As a kid and teenager, even young adult - I did like the company of others. I've always needed some me time. As an introvert, social gatherings can be draining - even if I enjoy them.
As I've gotten older, I spend more time alone or with just me and my hubby. Neither of us have a really big family, just our grown up kids.
@MACKTEXAS It's a real shame when even church friends can't keep the topics light and comfy for everyone! I totally get it! At any gathering where I have any control - it's strictly NO politics or religion. I guess religion at a church gathering would be normal and you all should be on mostly the same page.
As I've gotten older, I spend more time alone or with just me and my hubby. Neither of us have a really big family, just our grown up kids.
@MACKTEXAS It's a real shame when even church friends can't keep the topics light and comfy for everyone! I totally get it! At any gathering where I have any control - it's strictly NO politics or religion. I guess religion at a church gathering would be normal and you all should be on mostly the same page.