Challenges of Personal Growth
Friendships and Conversations
When you grow as a person, it can be hard to have simple conversations. It’s also tough to keep friendships, particularly with friends you’ve known for over 10 years who haven’t changed their old habits. They might still go out drinking and partying regularly. You might feel like you can’t leave them behind because they were there for you once or you hope they’ll change someday.
Attachments
Human attachments, whether they are to people, pets, or other things, can be the most difficult parts of life. This challenge is amplified when you are growing and changing but feel the need to stay connected to those who may not be on the same path.
Dating Challenges
Dating can feel almost impossible when you are more aware. It becomes hard to even think of questions to ask on a date. You notice every red flag before they appear and recognize unaddressed trauma. This can make dating feel exhausting and sometimes lead you to considering extremes like either finding the perfect match or giving up on dating completely.
