10. All by Myself?

All by Myself?

Julian van der Wouden·2 min read

You smile, but your heart whispers another story. You're surrounded, yet quietly alone.

The Loneliness Behind the Perfect Life

Sometimes it feels like everyone around you has life perfectly figured out.

We scroll past smiling faces, beautiful sunsets, and moments that seem effortlessly happy.

But beneath the surface, behind those carefully filtered stories, many young people silently carry something heavier.

Maybe you’ve felt it yourself.
Or recognized it in someone you care about.

A lingering loneliness, even when surrounded by people.
A subtle emptiness, even in the brightest city.

And sometimes, in the quiet moments, dark thoughts can creep in.

But there is strength in sharing, in speaking your truth,
and in remembering one profound, simple truth:
You’re never truly alone.

Let the following words gently remind you of this.

You may feel you’re the only one experiencing this,
but you’d be surprised how many others carry the exact same feelings inside.

No matter how isolated or overwhelmed you feel right now,
there is always someone ready to listen.

All by Myself?

Know this: you’re not alone.

With your negative feelings,
and your darkest thoughts.
Even though everyone else out there
seems perfectly positive,

know this: you’re not alone.

With your loneliness,
and your quiet wish to be truly seen.
Even though the world outside
seems perfectly connected,

know this: you’re not alone.

With your heaviest thoughts,
and your longing for peace.
Even though everyone else out there
seems perfectly happy,

know this: you’re not alone.

So often we believe
our suffering isolates us.
And that others, meanwhile,
are living perfect lives.

But look beyond appearances, and see:
you’re never the only one.

Share your thoughts and feelings
with whomever you choose.
Sharing brings relief,
everything you feel is welcome.

Feel gently how the silence breaks,
and know:
you’re no longer alone.

Julian – Vita Florentis

Would you like to share your story,
or simply need someone who listens?

You’re never alone in what you feel.

If you need immediate support, or want to talk anonymously about suicidal thoughts,
please contact 113 Suicide Prevention:
Call free at 0800-0113 or visit 113.nl.

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