Facing the realities of trapped unfulfilled desires can be a stressful burden to bear for many individuals. The toll of having to live a life of involuntary singlehood and lack of physical intimacy can be overwhelming and feelings of profound discontent can come to the surface if not properly tended to. Repairing ones relationship with themselves can begin to lessen the sting of having no other to share company or bond with and help one to come to terms with their current situation.
Forced celibacy does not always have to be synonymous with a life of loneliness and sorrow. Many participants in long and short term celibacy tend to report renewed interest in their lives, discovering hidden passions and developing techniques to form better relationships with others. They soon learn that fulfillment is not necessarily dependent on romantic connection, but rather on ones own self respect and love.
Finding acceptance is key to accepting ones reality and though it may be difficult it must be taken into consideration that forced celibacy is something out of ones control. Removing blame and personal disappointment is of utmost importance when one shifts into a space of inner peace and contentment. Taking time to discover new interests can tap individuals into finding pleasure and solace with activities like music, outdoor adventures, crafting and reading.
The challenging emotions of envy, isolation and frustration can become formidable foes, but in identifying them one can work to move past them by imbuing yourself with positive self talk and being gentle with yourself. This in turn can help one disassociate from any lingering feelings of regret and inadequacy as it becomes easier to appreciate the present and look towards what the day can bring. Creating an atmosphere of optimism helps to start each day fresh and embrace the feeling of hope that not all stories need a perfect ending.
By working actively on oneself and maintaining hope and optimism, individuals forced in celibacy can weather the vagaries of the storms of life and touch upon the depths of enjoyment that come with contemplation and soulful satisfaction. Such practices may guide a person back to themselves and allow them to feel the satisfaction they seek in lieu of romance.
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