Sometimes, very lonely people reinforce their loneliness by insisting that they do everything on their own. This insistence is often rooted in a fear that they'll come off as too needy or be seen as a burden. They might downplay their hardships and avoid asking for help because they're scared to be reliant on other people. By not requesting or accepting help, lonely people often end up feeling like the world is against them, and they only have themselves. Asking for outside support isn't necessarily easy, but it's a crucial part of keeping our connections strong.

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