Topic > Importance of Self-Soothing and Avoidant Behaviors

I say this because I have a tendency to isolate myself from others. Even from those I consider close to me. It's not that I'm antisocial or that I don't like being around people. It's hard to describe, but I try to keep stress and drama out of my life. For me that means keeping to myself and minding my own business. It could also stem from the fact that I have a hard time trusting anyone. I guess I can say I don't trust anyone. This lack of trust could interfere with my past friendships and relationships. Lack of trust prevents me from truly knowing someone. This is because I feel like the less they know about me and the less I know about them, the better. Because of this, I tend to stay away from people because I feel like if they start to open up to me and tell me stories about their life and personal information. They will want me to open up and tell them personal things about myself and my past. Depending on the person I may not be ready to have that kind of conversation with them about myself. This means that this assignment will be difficult for me because I really don't like taking care of my family or mine