Don’t look only for confirmation of what you already think. On the other hand, recognize that you are not capable of being infinitely open.
So, what to do then?
Commit yourself to being alive. Be aware. This is something that you will have to actively work at, It means that you know that you don’t live in isolation. Do your part to cultivate good friendships. Neighbors are as good for you as you are for them — look out for and help each other. Love your family; not just abstractly, but in specific ways. You don't always have to be nice, but be kind (including to yourself).
Get outdoors. Look around you, especially up. What you see there is God.
Attend to your surroundings with care. Do physical work. Don’t eat too much crap. Get sleep.
And, stop doing things that you know deaden your aliveness.
Don’t forget that you need laughter, to play, and to feel the deep Yes of live music and art (these say things for you that you don't know how to say).
Keep in mind that it isn’t nearly as important how well you do these as it is that you do them.
The impact of all these things, in aggregate, will keep your head out of the sand
