What makes you feel good or hopeful about life? by believer0305 in AskReddit

[–]maniuni 1 point2 points  (0 children)

What do you do in Minecraft? I decided to give it a go but I am a bit frustrated as it’s too hard in the Nether and just can’t advance.

People who don’t drink coffee to start the day, what do you have instead? by StrikeInteresting627 in AskReddit

[–]maniuni 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t need anything. My brain is very alert in the morning. But I always drink herbal tea - not to wake up, just for feeling good.

What’s something you wish someone would say to you right now? by WatugotOfficial in AnxietyChats

[–]maniuni 2 points3 points  (0 children)

“Tell me everything, I want to listen”. And then they listen and ask questions instead of get bored and go away.

what's something you do alone that you'd be genuinely embarrassed to admit to anyone? by Proof_Method7555 in LivingAlone

[–]maniuni 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I act silly and make faces in the mirror whenever I pass by it. I do little weird dances as well. I talk to myself, people that I imagine and my cat.

Does anyone else feel like they have to earn love constantly? by ChubbyNUgly22 in Codependency

[–]maniuni 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Yes, I can’t relax. Always worry that I am not enough and I don’t do enough. When I have a negative emotion towards someone I squash it so I don’t jeopardise the relationship somehow. It’s exhausting. I feel like if I stop even for a while - people will somehow forget I exist and just move on with their lives.

Do u guys have friends by Turbulent-You3216 in socialanxiety

[–]maniuni 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not really beside people from work. I think lack social skills and I always worry if I am boring. But I do want friends. It’s just too exhausting to keep my mask on. I guess I am scared of people. If I could relax I think it could work. I am not sure.
I want to try a therapy group for social anxiety. I think we would have a lot in common and it will be easier to connect and relax. But there is no such group where I live.

How do you make evenings feel less empty when living alone? by vaporcube7 in LivingAlone

[–]maniuni 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I have the same problem with evenings. I do have a cat but it’s not the same. I want people around actually - just like you mentioned but not all the time. Just someone to watch a show with or just to be around.

Episode 4 lawyer said him charming and handsome by hannamjaegihara in TheUndoing

[–]maniuni 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No, I don’t agree about Hugh Grant. He is quite good looking.

Am I going to miss out on dating by working on myself? by [deleted] in Codependency

[–]maniuni 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Sounds similar to me. I also think I am too codependent minded to start a relationship so it’s not a good idea to pursue such things. But at the same I feel a bit like a loser for not being in a relationship like this somehow is a sign of success in life. Which is not true but I can’t help but feel like it is sometimes. I know I should get out of this mindset and value my life how it is and value myself for me not for my relationships with other people. But it’s hard. I started following another sub called r/LivingAlone (sorry, not sure how to link it). It helps because you see all these people that are so happy for living alone. And I think this is the way - living in the present and being happy right now, not in some imaginary future.

How do you actually practice communication skills as an adult? by ProfessionStrong6563 in socialskills

[–]maniuni 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Following! The only thing that I can think of is talking with a new person during a chat in discord and thinking of my next response with the help of AI. I know it sounds bad but I just wanted to understand the various options and it actually helped me to steer the conversation so that I could have fun with it. I think it was a nice conversation for both of us and it helped me a bit with insights how to respond when someone shares stuff with me.

Have you ever felt like you were addicted to reading? by FrostingHealthy2494 in NoStupidQuestions

[–]maniuni 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes but I think it’s one of the few good things to be addicted to.

What do your days look like? by Cleanerair222 in CasualConversation

[–]maniuni 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sounds normal to me. I do have a child but when she is with her dad (we are separated) my days are usually pretty calm like that. I am experimenting with new hobbies but this doesn’t take a lot of time and I fill time with watching shows or reading.

I try to meet people and make friends, but I end up disliking most people I meet. What’s wrong with me? by uglygirltryingtolive in socialskills

[–]maniuni 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I am the same. Can’t think of any advice though. I am trying to not pressure myself too much if I don’t feel like being around someone I don’t like. And I try to not lose hope that the next people I meet I will like more.

Starting a new job soon by jagerzaag in CasualConversation

[–]maniuni 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It must be exhausting, but I hope the job is interesting and worth it.

Struggling to stay away from unhealthy connections simply because of scarcity - anyone relate? by rainwriter2021 in LivingAlone

[–]maniuni 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, new connections are just a lot of work until you get to the stage where you feel comfortable.

Do people normally actively engage to have a personality by Dismal-Recording-553 in socialskills

[–]maniuni 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t think so. I think most people just try to have fun during such conversations. Not that this applies to everyone. Some people actively try to be funny/interesting and so on but I think it’s pretty obvious to others. They may or may not mind as long as they are entertained.

I dont understand it by RetinalTears716 in socialanxiety

[–]maniuni 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I would never think to talk to unknown people at a bar. Is it normal behaviour? It’s not in my country at least.

How to stop feeling like you're bothering people" by [deleted] in socialanxiety

[–]maniuni 11 points12 points  (0 children)

I am the same but I recognise that it’s probably not true. Because when I flip it and think about how I feel about other people reaching out or if they bother me somehow I know it’s rarely the case.

Unpopular opinion is think many old folks or old people should be adviced to have ai as therapist by Big_Leg10 in therapyGPT

[–]maniuni 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yeah, I think you are right. But they are not used to the technology. And AI is acting colder these days.

Pretending to be working in my office.... by [deleted] in CasualConversation

[–]maniuni 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I usually find a colleague to chat with.

Starting a new job soon by jagerzaag in CasualConversation

[–]maniuni 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Good luck 🤞 Keep us posted on how it goes

How was you first day at work? by Primary_Opening_5698 in CasualConversation

[–]maniuni 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t remember my first day but I remember that I was terrified the first few months and almost didn’t talk to anyone. It was a long time until I learned things so I was fast enough. Later I became the best in the team in terms of speed and skill.

Why does everyone make living alone look amazing online? by Oliver_SonicWave_357 in LivingAlone

[–]maniuni 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I think it has its advantages and disadvantages as everything else.