Loneliness And Solitude Are Two Things Not To Get Confused | The Odyssey Online
Start writing a post
Lifestyle

Loneliness And Solitude Are Two Things Not To Get Confused

"We were not meant to be alone."

53
Loneliness And Solitude Are Two Things Not To Get Confused
www.askamathematician.com

The other day, I found myself talking out loud. I was just saying things that raced through my head, and I found myself in a moment where I felt true loneliness. I couldn't tell you why I felt this, I just knew I did. So I did what any normal person would do.

I cried.

Now keep in mind, I don't like saying this. I hate revealing emotions. Even though I know we all do it, it's not especially something I like to share. I'm a 6 foot, 210 pound, bearded man, and I cried profusely. It's pretty obvious why.

We were not meant to be alone.

We were not created by a loving God just to be alone. We were not made in the image of the Giver, just to suffer by ourselves. We don't want to be alone, because we weren't meant to be. Now, I'm not saying this as, "You must be in a relationship to be happy." No, don't you twist my words readers. I'm saying we are loved, and are meant to surround ourselves with love. Friends, Family, Neighbors, anyone who you can surround yourself with. Don't allow yourself to be alone. God didn't place you here to weep and hurt because of your loneliness.

We were made in the image of Christ. If you choose not to believe this, well I'm sorry you feel that way, and I will pray for you. But truly i tell you, we were made to love, we were made to be loved, and we were chosen by He who is the Most High king, to be together. And when you truly feel alone? Well, just remember Isaiah 41:10: "Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand." Even when you feel no one else will ever accept you, no one else could ever love you, Remember he loved you enough to die for you. He pierced his hands for you. He bore the excruciating pain for you. He loved you enough to do that. He doesn't want you to be alone.

I've found great relationships in this life. I've found moments when I thought I couldn't Carry on with the loneliness I felt. Yet, when that happens, I always remember one thing.

I am NOT alone.

Report this Content
This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.
friends
Photo by Elizeu Dias on Unsplash

If I have learned one thing in my lifetime, it is that friends are a privilege. No one is required to give you their company and yet there is some sort of shared connection that keeps you together. And from that friendship, you may even find yourself lucky enough to have a few more friends, thus forming a group. Here are just a few signs that prove your current friend group is the ultimate friend group.

Keep Reading...Show less
ross and monica
FanPop

When it comes to television, there’s very few sets of on-screen siblings that a lot of us can relate to. Only those who have grown up with siblings knows what it feels like to fight, prank, and love a sibling. Ross and Monica Geller were definitely overbearing and overshared some things through the series of "Friends," but they captured perfectly what real siblings feel in real life. Some of their antics were funny, some were a little weird but all of them are completely relatable to brothers and sisters everywhere.

Keep Reading...Show less
Sorority Girls
Owl Eyes Magazine

College is a great place to meet people, especially through Greek life. If you look closely at sororities, you'll quickly see there are many different types of girls you will meet.

1. The Legacy.

Her sister was a member, her mom was a member, all of her aunts were members, and her grandma was a member. She has been waiting her whole life to wear these letters and cried hysterically on bid day. Although she can act entitled at times, you can bet she is one of the most enthusiastic sisters.

Keep Reading...Show less
Lifestyle

10 Reasons Why Life Is Better In The Summertime

Winter blues got you down? Summer is just around the corner!

463
coconut tree near shore within mountain range
Photo by Elizeu Dias on Unsplash

Every kid in college and/or high school dreams of summer the moment they walk through the door on the first day back in September. It becomes harder and harder to focus in classes and while doing assignments as the days get closer. The winter has been lagging, the days are short and dark, and no one is quite themselves due to lack of energy and sunlight. Let's face it: life is ten times better in the summertime.

Keep Reading...Show less
Relationships

10 Things That Describe You and Your College Friends

The craziest, funniest, and most unforgettable college memories are impossible to create without an amazing group of friends.

243
College Friends
Marina Lombardi

1. You'll never run out of clothes when you have at least four closets to choose from.

2. You embrace and encourage each other’s horrible, yet remarkable dance moves.

Keep Reading...Show less

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments