I’m married but I’m alone literally at least 80% of my waking hours. My husband works 50 hours a week and wants to do his hobbies in his time off. I get it, work is stressful and he wants to unwind. We do spend some time together, but I’ve gotten pretty used to the fact that he’s someone who just wants to do his own thing.
I used to feel resentful of it but then I dove into self care along with picking up my own hobbies. I read The Empowered Wife by Laura Doyle and listen to her podcast, which REALLY got me into self care and my own hobbies. Some of my hobbies include writing, art, cooking, working out, gaming, window shopping, and spending time outside. Taking care of myself is also something I love doing. Im on Reddit and YouTube frequently talking to strangers online and watching videos.
I have a few friends I see every now and again and I see my family maybe once a week. I work part time but my job is pretty solitary. Other than that it’s usually just me and my dog. I journal a lot when I need to talk to someone or even video myself talking about my feelings to myself (I know, sounds kinda crazy. But I’ve gotten used to emotionally relying on myself over anyone else and learning to mentally support myself alone.)
Sometimes I think I’m lonely, but then the thought of being around people sounds so unappealing. When I make plans with friends, I start to dread it but usually end up having fun. I’m super introverted and just enjoy my own company. I feel like I SHOULD be lonely all the time but I’m not? Sometimes I do experience periods of intense loneliness (mostly for my husband) but I get over it. Is this an unhealthy way to live? Is anyone else like this?
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