7 Surprising Signs Happy Women Use to Hide Crushing Loneliness, According to Psychology
Volunteering for extra work.
Being the go-to helper.
Filling every hour with plans.
On the surface, it looks like generosity or drive. But underneath, it can be a way to avoid sitting still with your own feelings.
Overcommitment gives the illusion of connection.
But the truth is, if every moment is filled with doing for others and nothing is left for emotional nourishment, loneliness only deepens.
You’re surrounded by people, but you still feel unseen.
2. Avoiding emotionally vulnerable conversations
Another subtle behavior I’ve noticed—especially in women who are quietly lonely—is the way we steer away from deeper conversations.
