u/Impossible-Still6424

Does anyone else feel lonely as an only child?

Is anyone here an only child? Sometimes I really feel bad about being one. I often wish I had an older brother or sibling because I feel lonely a lot of the time.

My closest friend always asks me, “What do you even do at home all day? Don’t you get bored being alone?” and honestly, I usually just say that I’m used to it now.

But deep down, it does make me sad sometimes. I never got to experience fighting with siblings, sharing a room, talking late at night, or just having someone around my age at home. It feels lonely in ways that are hard to explain.

I know being an only child also has advantages, but sometimes I really wish I had someone to grow up with. Does anyone else feel like this?

reddit.com
▲ 3 r/family

My dad still treats me like a child even though I’m 20

​

I’m 20 years old, but my father still treats me like I’m a little kid sometimes. He constantly reminds me to brush my teeth, eat fruits, sleep on time, and take care of myself. I know he means well and he’s actually a very caring father, but hearing the same things again and again frustrates me.

For example, he keeps saying “eat your fruit,” and I’ll reply, “Dad, I will eat it, you don’t have to remind me repeatedly.” But he still does it.

At the same time, I feel guilty for getting irritated because I know his behavior comes from love and concern. Sometimes I also feel like he doesn’t realize I’m an adult now and can handle basic things myself.

Has anyone else experienced this with caring parents? How do you deal with it without hurting their feelings?

reddit.com

I Wasted 3 Months Because of Phone Addiction — How Do I Focus on Studying Again?

Please don’t judge me. I genuinely feel disappointed in myself.

For the past 3 months, I haven’t been able to focus on my studies at all. I spend most of my time scrolling through reels, listening to music, and staying on my phone even when I know I should be studying. It has become a habit, and now I feel distracted all the time.

I really want to change and become disciplined again, but I don’t know where to start. If anyone has gone through something similar, please share how you overcame it and improved your focus.

Any sincere advice would mean a lot to me.

reddit.com