The Paradox of Being Lonely Normally I don't feel lonely. I am that kind of person who can spend hours or even days alone. In many times I hang out with "myself" :D, "we" go to the beach, eat in a restaurant, exercise, and read good books, as you can see "we" have a lot of together. :P However, don't get me wrong, I have quite few friends. But There come times when I feel that being lonely is safer and most peaceful. I'll illustrate that. I have noticed that sometimes I feel an incredibly terrible depression, this happens whenever I want to go and hang out with somebody. What I do? I call my friends and send them messages.. but no response. By that I feel that I have been left alone which triggers that misfortune condition. And herein comes the contradictory situation: I like being alone, but only when I choose, not when I am forced to be so. I wonder if there is anyone who has a similar experience? :)