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Loneliness: Why am I depressed?
Aging Well | Last Active: Feb 27, 2022 | Replies (112)Comment receiving replies
@esthermayo Something that crossed my mind as I just read your post was this: There are certain emotions that people automatically attach to "negative". Such as anger, or sadness, or jealousy. etc. Perhaps in these current times of uncertainty, several of us are hanging on to positive feelings. And many may not want to address or acknowledge anger/frustration/rage over something they feel powerless to change.
Do you think this has a part to play in finding safe places to express all emotions?
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I agree. But it's complicated. I was once part of a group where several people said they were told by their parents not to bring up negative feelings at dinner time. As for me, I'm still looking for more of those safe places. This seems to be a place where it is o k.
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I do. In my church, there is a lot of emphasis o n compassion and gratitude, which are all good things -- especially now. But being frustrated or angry seems pretty normal to me. Depends on how people around you respond to it.