Is emotional Unavailability a Mistake?

I've always grown up being told to keep my heart guarded. I'm not sure when it morphed into an iron wall. Is this something that'll make up upcoming years less bearable?
How does one go about becoming more relatable?

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FCNantes · 22-25, M

My advice's if you find someone you can trust, someone who'll take the piss out of you but who won't degrade you for being emotionally open & someone who you can be friends with, go for it & be open with such a person because the experience's wonderful!
If you don't find such a person, don't bother, you'll only hurt yourself!

Everyone's different & maybe you wouldn't enjoy such companionship, but if this's the case, I'd suggest a bit of introspection (like you're doing here), without beating yourself up.

Even if you don't find such a person, remember to stay true to yourself & to express yourself. All the best!