I don't get it

Why do other people want to know other people's problems?  Because the listener will feel better because the other person has problems?

Why do people tell other people their problems?  Because they need help in solving their problems?

I'm sure people who tell other people their problems know what they're supposed to do.  They're just confirming what they need to know with another person.  If the other person tells them something different than what they're thinking, it creates confusion.

The listener would just feel better about themselves.  That they're not the only ones having problems.

But the more I think about it, what could the disadvantages of talking about yourself be?  What are the advantages?  Advantages is that you get a friend. But that makes people more dependent on others.  Disadvantages is that you'll feel alone.

I think we should just all solve our own problems without talking to other people about our problems.  And if it makes you happy, talk.  I guess, whatever makes you happy. Yup.

If another person is causing me problems... I'll deal with it myself.  I won't ruin another person's rep just because it makes me feel better.

I'm opening my eyes and finally learning how bitchy you people are. I can't wait for her to get mad at me again.  I want her to learn more about me though before I make my final refuge. It's not going to be out of anger, but out of pride.