{"id":661,"date":"2021-10-17T13:45:07","date_gmt":"2021-10-17T13:45:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/powerofmisfits.com\/?p=661"},"modified":"2021-10-17T13:48:06","modified_gmt":"2021-10-17T13:48:06","slug":"i-have-no-one-to-talk-to","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/powerofmisfits.com\/communication\/i-have-no-one-to-talk-to\/","title":{"rendered":"\u201cI Have No One to Talk to\u201d: What to Do If You Feel This Way"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Sometimes I feel like I have no one to talk to about my feelings and thoughts because those around me are not going to understand my concerns.<\/p>\n<p>Can you relate to this emotional experience?<\/p>\n<p>Let\u2019s explore the reasons for feeling isolated, lonely, and misunderstood and figure out ways to cope.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_64 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #222222;color:#222222\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #222222;color:#222222\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/powerofmisfits.com\/communication\/i-have-no-one-to-talk-to\/#Why_do_I_feel_like_I_have_no_one_to_talk_to_about_my_problems\" title=\"Why do I feel like I have no one to talk to about my problems?\">Why do I feel like I have no one to talk to about my problems?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/powerofmisfits.com\/communication\/i-have-no-one-to-talk-to\/#1_Your_connections_with_other_people_are_superficial\" title=\"1. Your connections with other people are superficial\">1. Your connections with other people are superficial<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/powerofmisfits.com\/communication\/i-have-no-one-to-talk-to\/#2_You_are_not_a_person_who_easily_opens_up_to_someone\" title=\"2. You are not a person who easily opens up to someone\">2. You are not a person who easily opens up to someone<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/powerofmisfits.com\/communication\/i-have-no-one-to-talk-to\/#3_You_are_dealing_with_a_mental_health_condition\" title=\"3. You are dealing with a mental health condition\">3. You are dealing with a mental health condition<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/powerofmisfits.com\/communication\/i-have-no-one-to-talk-to\/#4_You_have_unhealthy_thought_patterns\" title=\"4. You have unhealthy thought patterns\">4. You have unhealthy thought patterns<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/powerofmisfits.com\/communication\/i-have-no-one-to-talk-to\/#5_Your_circle_lacks_like-minded_people\" title=\"5. Your circle lacks like-minded people\">5. Your circle lacks like-minded people<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/powerofmisfits.com\/communication\/i-have-no-one-to-talk-to\/#What_to_do_when_I_have_no_one_to_talk_to\" title=\"What to do when I have no one to talk to?\">What to do when I have no one to talk to?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/powerofmisfits.com\/communication\/i-have-no-one-to-talk-to\/#1_Write_down_your_thoughts_in_a_journal\" title=\"1. Write down your thoughts in a journal\">1. Write down your thoughts in a journal<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/powerofmisfits.com\/communication\/i-have-no-one-to-talk-to\/#2_Join_internet_communities_where_you_could_find_people_who_struggle_with_the_same_issues_as_you_do\" title=\"2. Join internet communities where you could find people who struggle with the same issues as you do\">2. Join internet communities where you could find people who struggle with the same issues as you do<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/powerofmisfits.com\/communication\/i-have-no-one-to-talk-to\/#3_Join_a_community_or_class_to_find_like-minded_people_to_talk_to\" title=\"3. Join a community or class to find like-minded people to talk to\">3. Join a community or class to find like-minded people to talk to<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/powerofmisfits.com\/communication\/i-have-no-one-to-talk-to\/#4_Take_the_first_step_and_get_closer_to_those_around_you\" title=\"4. Take the first step and get closer to those around you\">4. Take the first step and get closer to those around you<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/powerofmisfits.com\/communication\/i-have-no-one-to-talk-to\/#5_Channel_your_negative_feelings_into_creative_endeavors\" title=\"5. Channel your negative feelings into creative endeavors\">5. Channel your negative feelings into creative endeavors<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/powerofmisfits.com\/communication\/i-have-no-one-to-talk-to\/#6_Realize_that_other_people_have_problems_and_interests_of_their_own_too\" title=\"6. Realize that other people have problems and interests of their own too\">6. Realize that other people have problems and interests of their own too<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_do_I_feel_like_I_have_no_one_to_talk_to_about_my_problems\"><\/span>Why do I feel like I have no one to talk to about my problems?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Your_connections_with_other_people_are_superficial\"><\/span>1. Your connections with other people are superficial<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Loneliness is not limited to <a href=\"https:\/\/powerofmisfits.com\/communication\/why-do-i-have-no-friends\/\">having no friends<\/a> or love life. You may have friends and family but still feel like you have no one to talk to. It\u2019s because our connections with the people in our lives are not always deep enough to reach this level of emotional intimacy.<\/p>\n<p>Just take a moment and think about it. What do you usually talk about with your friends? Do you ever share anything personal with them or do your conversations revolve around general topics?<\/p>\n<p>The same could be true about your family. Maybe your parents never encouraged open communication, and you have grown to keep your concerns to yourself. That\u2019s why when you deal with a problem or a negative emotion, you don\u2019t really have anyone to talk to about it.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_You_are_not_a_person_who_easily_opens_up_to_someone\"><\/span>2. You are not a person who easily opens up to someone<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-436\" src=\"https:\/\/powerofmisfits.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/no-one-understands-me.jpg\" alt=\"no one understands me\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/powerofmisfits.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/no-one-understands-me.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/powerofmisfits.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/no-one-understands-me-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/powerofmisfits.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/no-one-understands-me-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/powerofmisfits.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/no-one-understands-me-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Paradoxically, sometimes you feel like you have no one to confide your problems to because you are not used to sharing your concerns with others.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s a vicious circle. You\u2019ve learned to keep your problems to yourself, and those around you think that you are doing fine. But you are not.<\/p>\n<p>If you could find the courage to open your heart to someone in your life, they would most likely be willing to listen to you. But this is not how you function. You may come from a family where <a href=\"https:\/\/psycnet.apa.org\/record\/2007-09250-012\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">expressing one\u2019s emotions<\/a> was viewed as a weakness. Or you may be <a href=\"https:\/\/powerofmisfits.com\/personality\/aloof-personality-traits\/\">an aloof and highly reserved person<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>But there comes a time when you feel the need to release your emotions and share the burden of your thoughts with someone. And because you can\u2019t just overcome your emotional detachment and talk to someone, you feel like those around you don\u2019t understand you.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_You_are_dealing_with_a_mental_health_condition\"><\/span>3. You are dealing with a mental health condition<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Dealing with mental illness is more challenging than many people think.<\/p>\n<p>If you have a condition such as anxiety and depression, it\u2019s not always easy to explain your experiences to those around you. Moreover, many people tend to neglect the symptoms of invisible illness as insignificant.<\/p>\n<p>It can be painful when those around you don\u2019t understand what you are going through. Sometimes you can\u2019t even put into words what you are feeling at the moment. So it may seem like you are all alone in your struggle and don\u2019t have anyone to talk to about it.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_You_have_unhealthy_thought_patterns\"><\/span>4. You have unhealthy thought patterns<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Sometimes having no one to talk to about your problems is just an illusion. This feeling stems from unhealthy self-esteem or distorted thinking.<\/p>\n<p>Mental health conditions can alter your perception. They <a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/profile\/Benjamin-Shepherd-5\/publication\/353267423_From_Social_Alienation_to_Physical_Health_Concerns_Depression_and_Alcohol_Proneness_as_Disconnection_Pathways\/links\/60f033a10859317dbde38e64\/From-Social-Alienation-to-Physical-Health-Concerns-Depression-and-Alcohol-Proneness-as-Disconnection-Pathways.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">often lead to<\/a> emotional detachment, which tricks you into believing that those around you don\u2019t understand or care about you.<\/p>\n<p>However, having unhealthy thought patterns is not limited to mental illness. Sometimes less severe issues such as low self-esteem, too big ego, or thinking traps <a href=\"https:\/\/link.springer.com\/chapter\/10.1007\/0-306-48581-8_66\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">can impair<\/a> your judgment too.<\/p>\n<p>Here are a few examples of unhealthy thoughts that could leave you feeling like you have nobody to talk to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><em>\u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/powerofmisfits.com\/communication\/no-one-understands-me\/\">No one understands me<\/a>\u201d<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>\u201cEven if I talked to them, they wouldn\u2019t care anyway\u201d<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>\u201cI\u2019m too complex for them to understand\u201d<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>\u201cThey must be willing to talk about the things that are important for me anytime\u201d<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Your_circle_lacks_like-minded_people\"><\/span>5. Your circle lacks like-minded people<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Your connections with other people may not necessarily be superficial. Sometimes you just don\u2019t have like-minded people in your life who could relate to the problems you are dealing with.<\/p>\n<p>For example, you are a <a href=\"https:\/\/powerofmisfits.com\/personality\/deep-thinker-definition-signs\/\">deep thinker<\/a> who feels a profound frustration with today\u2019s shallow society. But your loved ones are concerned with more mundane problems and tell you that you overthink things.<\/p>\n<p>So when you are talking about corrupt politicians, cultural degradation, and the gloomy future of humanity, they don\u2019t look very interested. They just switch to a different topic and tell you about something that seems insignificant to you, such as an argument with a neighbor.<\/p>\n<p>It doesn\u2019t mean that your parents or <a href=\"https:\/\/powerofmisfits.com\/communication\/signs-your-friend-doesnt-care-about-you\/\">friends don\u2019t care about you<\/a>. Their interests and concerns just lie in a different direction.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_do_when_I_have_no_one_to_talk_to\"><\/span>What to do when I have no one to talk to?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Write_down_your_thoughts_in_a_journal\"><\/span>1. Write down your thoughts in a journal<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-581\" src=\"https:\/\/powerofmisfits.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/jobs-for-introverts-with-anxiety-with-some-qualifications.jpg\" alt=\"jobs for introverts with anxiety with some qualifications\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" srcset=\"https:\/\/powerofmisfits.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/jobs-for-introverts-with-anxiety-with-some-qualifications.jpg 800w, https:\/\/powerofmisfits.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/jobs-for-introverts-with-anxiety-with-some-qualifications-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/powerofmisfits.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/jobs-for-introverts-with-anxiety-with-some-qualifications-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Writing down your concerns can be incredibly powerful. Yes, you might feel like you desperately need to talk to someone about your problems, but no one is there for you. But if you start journaling, you will soon see the profound healing effect it has on your emotional state.<\/p>\n<p>Writing is a form of expression too. The act of putting your thoughts on paper <a href=\"https:\/\/link.springer.com\/article\/10.1207\/S15324796ABM2403_10\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">encourages<\/a> the release of negative emotions in a similar way talking does.<\/p>\n<p>Journaling can also help you put your thoughts in order and make sense of your struggles. It\u2019s a <a href=\"https:\/\/psycnet.apa.org\/record\/2014-01059-003\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">powerful healing tool<\/a> for all kinds of psychological problems, from low self-esteem to depression.<\/p>\n<p>You might find it difficult to start journaling if you\u2019ve never done it before. You may be unsure about what to start with. Or the very act of writing down your thoughts may feel silly. In this case, imagine that you are writing a letter to a good, understanding friend.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Join_internet_communities_where_you_could_find_people_who_struggle_with_the_same_issues_as_you_do\"><\/span>2. Join internet communities where you could find people who struggle with the same issues as you do<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>This strategy is <a href=\"https:\/\/onlinelibrary.wiley.com\/doi\/full\/10.1111\/j.1751-7893.2008.00066.x\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">especially helpful<\/a> if you suffer from a mental health condition. But it is also perfect for those who find it difficult to open up to others. Internet communication is more impersonal and gives you the opportunity to share your most intimate thoughts without disclosing your identity.<\/p>\n<p>Today, it\u2019s possible to find all kinds of forums and communities on social media. Whatever struggle you are dealing with, you can find a related Facebook group or forum thread.<\/p>\n<p>If you are hesitant about sharing your personal problems with strangers on the web, you can start by reading about other people\u2019s experiences. Seeing that others struggle with the same issues as you do can instantly make you feel better.<\/p>\n<p>You realize that you are not alone in your battle. You can also read about the coping strategies other people use. Maybe you will find someone\u2019s words particularly relatable and dare to drop them a message.<\/p>\n<p>Who knows, you may even get yourself a friend or two.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Join_a_community_or_class_to_find_like-minded_people_to_talk_to\"><\/span>3. Join a community or class to find like-minded people to talk to<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If your circle has only superficial connections and no like-minded people, maybe you\u2019ve been looking in the wrong place.<\/p>\n<p>Do you have a topic or interest that you have no one to discuss with? In this case, joining a community, interest club, or class could be a great idea. For example, if you care about animals and nature, you could volunteer for a local animal shelter. If you are a science lover, join a local astronomy club.<\/p>\n<p>You will be amazed to see how many people are passionate about exactly the same things as you are. It\u2019s a great strategy for finding friends, especially <a href=\"https:\/\/powerofmisfits.com\/communication\/how-introverts-make-friends\/\">if you are an introvert<\/a>. It gives you the opportunity to meet like-minded people and find someone to talk to about meaningful things.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Take_the_first_step_and_get_closer_to_those_around_you\"><\/span>4. Take the first step and get closer to those around you<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-646\" src=\"https:\/\/powerofmisfits.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/couple-talking.jpg\" alt=\"couple talking\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" srcset=\"https:\/\/powerofmisfits.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/couple-talking.jpg 800w, https:\/\/powerofmisfits.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/couple-talking-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/powerofmisfits.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/couple-talking-768x513.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>If you are not used to sharing your thoughts and concerns with your loved ones, it can be difficult to overcome this invisible obstacle that stops you from opening up to them.<\/p>\n<p>Most likely, they are more than willing to listen to you, but because you never talk to them, they don\u2019t even try to encourage you to be more open.<\/p>\n<p>Try to take the first step and talk to your friend, parent, or special someone about your problems. It will be difficult in the beginning, but it will pay off when you feel the burden of your negative emotions falling off your shoulders.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s never too late to establish open communication with your dear ones. They may turn out to be much more understanding than you could imagine.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Channel_your_negative_feelings_into_creative_endeavors\"><\/span>5. Channel your negative feelings into creative endeavors<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>This coping strategy <a href=\"https:\/\/psycnet.apa.org\/record\/2011-13306-001\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">works wonders<\/a> for any kind of negative emotion, from loneliness to grief. If you have no one you can talk to about your problem, try channeling it into a creative activity.<\/p>\n<p>For example, draw it or write a short story about it. You will be surprised to see that your inner darkness can be a powerful source of inspiration.<\/p>\n<p>If you are not into creative endeavors, try sports instead. Activities such as jogging or boxing <a href=\"https:\/\/www.frontiersin.org\/articles\/10.3389\/fpsyg.2019.01888\/full\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">can be a great way<\/a> to release your negative emotions too.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Realize_that_other_people_have_problems_and_interests_of_their_own_too\"><\/span>6. Realize that other people have problems and interests of their own too<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>When I feel I have no one to talk to, I realize that I\u2019m being selfish. Why? Because I expect those around me to be willing to discuss the things that matter to me most of the time.<\/p>\n<p>But other people have problems too. Moreover, they have other interests and passions that they would like to discuss too. They can\u2019t always talk about the topics of your choice.<\/p>\n<p>Therefore, if you feel like you have no one you can talk to about the things that are important for you, try to see the situation from a different perspective.<\/p>\n<p>Maybe your friend is too preoccupied with her breakup right now. Or your mother is dealing with health issues, so she can\u2019t be there for you all the time.<\/p>\n<p>When such situations arise and your loved ones won\u2019t talk to you about your problems, don\u2019t feel bitter. Instead, offer them your support and understanding.<\/p>\n<p>The same is true when those around you have different interests and concerns in life. Understand it, accept it, and move on. You can\u2019t change them or force them to love and care about the same things as you do.<\/p>\n<p>Now and then, we all feel like we have no one to talk to about our personal problems and intimate thoughts. So instead of holding grudges against your family, friends, and the whole world, get to the root of your negative emotions. Only <a href=\"https:\/\/powerofmisfits.com\/mind\/solitude-vs-loneliness-difference\/\">making sense of your loneliness<\/a> will help you overcome it.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Sometimes I feel like I have no one to talk to about my feelings and thoughts because those around me are not going to understand my concerns. Can you relate to this emotional experience? Let\u2019s explore the reasons for feeling isolated, lonely, and misunderstood and figure out ways to cope. Why do I feel like &#8230; <a title=\"\u201cI Have No One to Talk to\u201d: What to Do If You Feel This Way\" class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/powerofmisfits.com\/communication\/i-have-no-one-to-talk-to\/\" aria-label=\"Read more about \u201cI Have No One to Talk to\u201d: What to Do If You Feel This Way\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":662,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[4],"tags":[21],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/powerofmisfits.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/661"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/powerofmisfits.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/powerofmisfits.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/powerofmisfits.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/powerofmisfits.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=661"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/powerofmisfits.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/661\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":664,"href":"https:\/\/powerofmisfits.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/661\/revisions\/664"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/powerofmisfits.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/662"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/powerofmisfits.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=661"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/powerofmisfits.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=661"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/powerofmisfits.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=661"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}