Is it just me or am I the only one who hates silence? when it's a bit too silent, it makes me uneasy, nervous & really uncomfortable, is this normal?

[Imnobody711]

[OneViewpoint]

Yeah, it's you dude. Silence is a great weapon to have in your social toolbox. Be silent...

• Let others disclose information while you sit there observing who they are.
• Provide little or no information in return. Silence is a more powerful force than a statement. Curiosity is a thing many people cannot resist.
• Use silence to punctuate moments in the conversation.
• Use silence to intimidate and dominate.

[Imnobody711]

I don't know. When I'm silent people think I'm suspicious 😅

[BriamG22]

Do you mean in a social setting? If so, I had it too when I was in HS/college, I was less sure of myself and probably had a bit of social anxiety back then.

Nowadays I love it when I can just sit with a mate in silence exchanging a few words every couple minutes whilst having some pints. Being bombarded by clients, bosses and my staff all day drains me to the point where such silence is cathartic haha.

[Imnobody711]

No I meant at home. But even on the train or in doctor's waiting rooms, after a while it does get uncomfortable

[Unycorn]

Do you have problems you try to avoid thinking about?

When everything is fine I enjoy the silence. Otherwise, my thoughts circle around and I miss the noise

[Nikki1989]

I hate silence. I have music playing all day long. Sometimes for 18+ hours straight.

[Abbycado]

No, I prefer to have some background noise, even when I sleep. I like to have a fan on for the noise.

[Tereza07]

I feel the same I always need some podcast, music or anything when im alone.

[Imnobody711]

Same here. People say silence is good & relaxing but I think music is more relaxing. Afterall dont they say music is good for the soul?

[Tereza07]

I believe thats true 😄

[CupcakeTheDestroyer]

It’s not abnormal, but it’s also a sign of neurodivergence. Maybe get tested for adult ADHD

[Anonymous]

I actually like silence much.

[jazzy34]

Sometimes.