Lonliness
I have had a couple of blog ideas in my head for at least a month, but I just haven't had time to get them down! So I am finally putting this one into words, and saving the other up for another day! I live a very solitary life. Don't get me wrong, I spend my life surrounded by people. But I often feel like I'm living in my own little world, or a bubble, bumping up against other people along the way, but not really connecting. It sometimes feels like I'm watching my life from outside it, and listening to the commentary and soundtrack in my head. I've been dwelling on this a bit lately, and I think there are many reasons for it. Firstly, I work long hours, and my job changes regularly. I do have a few close work friends, but most of the time work is long, stressful and busy and I tend to make acquaintances, but not deep friendships. It's hard to be motivated to give significantly of yourself to others when you are likely to move on in a few months and never...