i immediately go silent when something upsets or hurts me. it's a coping mechanism i have developed over time. instead of expressing my anger or frustration, i simply withdraw and try to process my emotions in private.
I need to work on being a better friend. I’m just naturally distant and can unintentionally go long periods of time without talking to anybody. I’m trying to break this habit, but it's hard when you're a real-life hermit.