<Essence of Friendship Is Equality>
(Questioner) I want to thank you
for your helpful public sessions.
My question is about reactions
I get from my friends when I talk.
My talk seems to bring down
the mood and people
do not react or respond
to what I say.
I tried to be friendly
but it made me feel
more timid and introverted
afterwards.
Recently, rather than trying to
get together with people,
I spend time by myself
at home.
The more I try to talk with people,
I feel more withdrawn inside.
I don't know how to go
about this.
That's my concern right now
and the question for you.
(Sunim) Why do you
feel awkward and withdrawn?
(Questioner) Just happens...