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Hi there I don't get it why I am always feeling so lonely and empty from my heart I can't focus on anything my mother wants to connects with me but I can't do it becoz I m not liking it I don't wanna talk to her like for hours instead I want my husband to talk to me but he is bit of introvert so he enjoys being himself what shall I do any suggestions??
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Thank you for sharing what youâre feelingâloneliness and emotional emptiness can be incredibly heavy, especially when you're surrounded by people yet still feel disconnected. Itâs also okay to not fully understand why youâre feeling this wayâwhat matters is that you're noticing it, and thatâs an important first step.
Wanting emotional closeness and feeling unseen or unmet can leave a real ache inside. When we look to someoneâlike a partnerâfor emotional connection and theyâre naturally more reserved, it can feel like a mismatch, even if love is present. At the same time, when you feel emotionally low, connecting with others (even someone like your mother) can feel draining, even if they mean well.
What youâre describing may reflect emotional needs that are currently unmetâperhaps a longing to feel truly seen, heard, or emotionally held. This doesn't mean something is "wrong" with you or your relationships; it may just mean you're in a phase where your inner world needs more space and care.
Therapy can be a helpful space to explore:
What this loneliness may be rooted in
How your emotional needs can be understood and communicated
And how to create connectionâeven with introverted or emotionally different partnersâwithout losing yourself in the process
You donât have to navigate this alone, and your feelings are valid.
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Hi,
I understand that you’re feeling lonely, emotionally empty, and caught between wanting connection and not knowing how to get it.
You long for more closeness with your husband, but his quiet, introverted nature makes it hard to feel emotionally fulfilled.
At the same time, your mother’s attempts to connect might feel overwhelming or mismatched with what you need right now.
These mixed emotions can be painful and confusing—but they are completely valid. You deserve to feel heard, supported, and emotionally safe.
Start by gently but clearly expressing your needs to your husband in small, manageable ways—like asking for quality time or simply sharing how you are feeling without blame.
Set kind boundaries with your mother too—connect when it feels right for you, not out of guilt.
Try giving yourself a few minutes each day to check in with your own feelings—journaling, deep breathing, or even a quiet walk can help you reconnect with yourself.
If after trying the above , this heaviness continues, reaching out to a therapist can give you tools to feel more balanced, understood, and in control again.
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You’re feeling lonely and empty because you’re craving emotional connection, but it’s not coming in the way you need. Your mother tries, but you don’t feel like talking, and your husband’s quiet nature leaves you feeling alone.
It may help to focus on building small moments of connection with yourself first, like hobbies or journaling, and gently expressing to your husband that you need small, consistent moments of togetherness. Therapy can also help you understand and fill this inner emptiness.
Take therapy. You can connect with me on nine two six six seven two six zero six five.
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Hi, thank you for sharing. It sounds like you’re feeling emotionally disconnected and craving deeper support, especially from your husband. Since he’s more introverted, that gap can feel even harder.
These feelings of loneliness and emptiness might be signs of something deeper, like emotional burnout or unmet needs. Talking to a psychologist can really help you understand what you’re going through and find healthy ways to feel more connected and supported.
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Hi, Consult a psychologist
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Ms. Hema Sampath
Counselling Psychologist
18 yrs exp
Bangalore
Need more informations to guide and suggest you in this regard..
It is better to seek a professional support to share and discuss your concerns personally either online or Offline..
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Ms. Pooja Gupta
Counselling Psychologist
8 yrs exp
Delhi
Hi,
It's common to experience loneliness and emotional emptiness, especially during challenging times or when relationships feel strained. It sounds like you're craving connection and understanding, but also feeling conflicted about how to achieve it. Remember that your feelings are valid, and it's okay to need space or different kinds of support. You might consider talking openly with your mother about your feelings, setting boundaries about how much time you spend connecting, and expressing what kind of support you prefer. At the same time, try to communicate with your husband in a gentle way, sharing your needs without expecting him to change who he isâsometimes, small gestures or quality time together, even if brief, can help strengthen your bond. Additionally, seeking support from a counselor or therapist can provide a safe space to explore these feelings, learn coping strategies, and find ways to build fulfilling connections with loved ones and yourself. You're not alone, and taking small steps toward understanding your emotions can lead to greater peace and fulfillment.
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Mr. Fr Dr John Zachariah
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9 yrs exp
Ernakulam
Consult a psychologist
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Ms. Neha Sachdev
Psychologist
11 yrs exp
Delhi
Hi
Feeling of loneliness can be very overwhelming. Since you are looking for a deeper connection from your introvert husband, it will be all the more difficult to cope with such situation.
There can be various factors for you to feel loneliness.
Social media is a biggest factor- when we see other ppl pictures and posts about their happiness, we feel bad about us thinking as to when will this happen with us. Then we like a certain post which align with our thoughts, followed by same affirmations in every motivational post.
Identify it for yourself if this is happening with you
Now there are many such factors which make us feel sad/lonely about us.
Happy to help. Contact me on eight three six eight zero five three seven one zero
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