I know this might come across as a cookie cutter post but I’m reaching out because I genuinely need some reassurance right now.
I’ve been feeling incredibly disconnected from people, from myself, from the world around me. I’m unattractive, insecure, I struggle with social situations, often feel out of place, and I don’t have many close connections or hobbies to ground me. I’m aware that I come off as awkward or immature which is really off-putting for me.
My parents don’t trust me with simple things, like going outside without supervision and it makes me feel like a little child. They even make fun of me about this.
If anyone’s been through something similar or has words of support, I’d be grateful to hear them.
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Honestly, I truly believe it’s the age you’re at. I’m now 27, and I still have tendencies to feel these same ways, but with age really comes rebirth. You’re just now reaching a point where true growth occurs. While that be mental, physical, emotional, or spiritual. Absolutely do not call yourself “unattractive”. Attractiveness comes in many shapes and sizes, and it might sound cliche, but beauty stems from within before it projects outward. Start to dive deep into the things that might make you feel alive, and a sense of value. Music, art, sports, clubs, games, reading, etc. It sounds to me that your parents just care about your well being, and to them no matter your age, you will always be their baby. That’s something that took me years to fully understand. But, you’re so much more than what you may think of yourself today. Give yourself some grace, take a breath, and realize there’s still so much more life for you to experience and you’re just not finished learning and coming to love YOU FOR YOU yet. It comes with time