Night After NightA song about hopeless unrequited love.
Article is below the song lyrics.
Night after night,
I sit here all lonely,
I turn out the light,
But think of you only,
There’s nothing I can do,
I should give up the fight,
Instead of thinking of you,
Night after night
Night after night
I’m stuck in a panic,
No solution in sight,
My condition is tragic,
I’ve got the love sick blues,
An unrequited plight,
I’m dazed and confused,
Night after night,
It’s a losing situation that I find myself in,
Another game of lonely hearts that I can never win,
There is no conclusion in sight,
It’s my delusion,
Night after night,
I sit here all lonely,
I turn out the light,
But think of you only,
I’ve got the lovesick blues,
An unrequited plight,
I’m dazed and confused,
Night after Night,
Copyright 2023 Gary Bryan
How Unrequited Love Can Leave You Trapped and Alone
Below is an article that was originally penned by Renee Suzanne, Rephrased by AI
I initially fell in love with someone who didn’t return the favor when I was a little child taking swimming lessons.
I became really into one of the professors. Although I can’t recall his name, I do recall the agonizing sensation of love for someone who had no idea who I was. While I would like to say that this was an isolated incident, it wasn’t.
Regrettably, this pattern persisted for a very long time. My heart seemed to be equipped with a radar that would instantly zero in on the man who was least likely to return my love, and then, presto, I had to have him. Only, it was never successful.
I once waited for a man I had a crush on for many agonizing years, even after he had moved across the country and married someone else. I was unable to shake him from my mind.
It should be mentioned that none of these men and I ever had a true romantic connection. I didn’t date them, I didn’t kiss them, nothing. Some of them I was friends with, but that was it.
You might be able to relate. After what feels like an age, you’ve finally met someone amazing. It’s like finding an oasis in a barren desert, and you are overjoyed. You just go into obsession mode because it needs to work out with this individual.
For this connection, you have goals in mind. You are certain of the outcome and demand that it take place as soon as possible.
It can be incredibly painful to become fixated on someone. It’s like trying to choke the universe if you insist on one relationship turning out exactly the way you want it to. Simply put, it cannot be done, and attempting to do so would only make things worse.
If this is occurring to you, acknowledge the reality of the circumstance, examine your inner self to determine what’s actually going on, and remain open to the many fantastic opportunities life has in store for you.
Though it may be alluring to believe that they are the source of your happiness, this isn’t the case. He or she is a flawed human being who you don’t yet have a great deal of knowledge of.
When you experience a strong emotional response to someone you don’t know well, it’s your mind that you’re battling with, not theirs. You put your prospects of happiness outside of yourself when you fall in love with someone and believe that your life will be perfect if you are a couple.
You can never give away your power by thinking that someone else has the secret to your happiness.
Naturally, there’s a chance you’ve known the person for a while. He or she can be a buddy or a coworker for whom you have strong feelings.
Do you, out of wishful thinking, read far more into a simple transaction than there actually is? How long do you take to reflect about your contacts with this person? Relationships that are healthy don’t require regular review.
If you find yourself worrying a lot about your chances of finding a partner, take a moment to reflect on what’s really going on. To gain an unbiased opinion, confiding in a friend, therapist, or coach can be beneficial. Ask yourself why you’re hesitating if you are.
The other person may feel constrained if you get concentrated on them. Uncomfortably, there is a possessive desperation that might come across as needy or even creepy.
You must deal with and provide for the part of you that wants to cling to this person. You have a lesson to learn from your needy side, and it has nothing to do with maintaining your attachment to this person. Being at peace with yourself is important.
Playing it casual or adhering to the dating protocol of when to call or text cannot mask this. You will release this desperate energy and make the other person uncomfortable. Instead of criticizing yourself, listen to yourself with kindness and compassion.
What issue are you avoiding? Do you object to the notion that you are in charge of your own happiness? Are you expecting that a good relationship can lessen the agony of a mediocre career or increase your self-confidence?
What do you want this person to be able to provide you that they can’t right now? Confidence? Love? the understanding that you are unique?
What can you do to provide for your needs? You will never be able to obtain whatever it is from someone else. By taking care of this internally, you will feel lot better.
Have faith that there is someone else out there for you; you will encounter them at the appropriate moment. People are everywhere in the globe. You won’t meet an eligible person like this one in your entire life. Believing that everything happens for a purpose may help you move on if this relationship does not pan out as you had hoped will.
It’s the ideal time to look inside of yourself when you’ve been fixated on a single person. You’ve received a hearty portion of potential self-discovery from life; embrace it as much as you can and absorb all you can. You’ll be incredibly happy you did.
You have a lot better chance of finding happiness if you stick with it and accept the situation as it is rather than waiting for your potential partner to change their minds.
My heartbreaking encounters with unrequited love have sparked a wealth of personal development and growth for me. I realized that having these men in my fantasies was a means for me to shield my emotions.
I was alone myself, but I felt confident that it wasn’t my fault because they didn’t want me. Everything would be perfect if only they could realize what a lovely person I was. By insisting that love could only come from one person, I was not allowing myself to be open to love.
I never had another experience like that after I was able to fully see that and truly accept myself.
If you open up and let yourself learn as much as you can, every situation and relationship can help you get closer to the love you seek. So many different things can inspire love. Don’t isolate yourself. Be receptive to life, choices, and opportunities.
How Unrequited Love Can Leave You Trapped and Alone