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I do think you have a very good understanding of why you gravitate toward people who give you attention, and that kind of self-awareness is important if you're ever going to be able to stop doing this.
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Agreed. One of the first steps towards finding solutions for personal problems is admitting there's a problem in the first place. If you weren't at least somewhat familiar with the original problem involved in causing these feelings, it might be difficult to remedy your situation.
I'll say this though, I don't really have that close of a connection with my family either, except that I think it's more my fault then it being "everyone's" fault. I distance myself from them which causes me to feel like they're unable to relate to me. However, this mindset has not affected my day-to-day lifestyle and relationships with other people. I pretty much act natuarlly with everyone else except my family...who knows why...
But in your situation, it does sound like you're on to something. Now that you're aware of where your problems might be coming from, it's time to address them. Perhaps seeking out a stronger bond with your family and especially with your friends could help. It's a proven fact that humans need love, and of course love comes in many forms. Generally speaking, love that you receive from just mere friends is often enough to make one feel appreciated. Don't mistake love for just any type of attention though...
Jam it back in, in the dark.
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