Loneliness during lockdown

[Aye-aye]

Hello. I'm fairly new here.

I have been feeling lonely for a few years and realised this was a problem when I was in a hospital for 12 days. I decided to join new groups and was gaining some confidence until the coronavirus led to me seeing very few people in nearly a year and not having had a hug since my birthday last year.

I attend various on-line meetings, which usually work well as long as my internet connection is strong enough. It can be very frustrating trying to regain connection, which I don't usually experience when I am in a room with other people I know.

Hopefully, I shall be able to meet others again in the next few weeks.

[pink318]

Hello and welcome to the group Aye-aye!

I’m glad you reached out. Continue to share. Online support groups like this can help you to feel less lonely and not alone.

I was sad and scared in the first few weeks of lockdown but after I shared in one of the online groups, it helped me to be encouraged and realized I was not alone.

I also have a life group that I meet once a week through Zoom and it’s been a big help especially at this time of pandemic. I attend my local church in-person with social distance and that’s the only time I can see my friends in person.

Please stay strong. Praying for you. God bless.

[Aye-aye in reply to pink318]

Thanks, pink318

I am glad that there are people like you who understand the problems of loneliness. I belong to a couple of on-line peer support groups, as well as a writing group.

I hope you will be able to attend church and see your other friends soon

Take care

Jonathan

[mental_health_]

Hiya,

please try and stay positive and I know its easier said than done but please keep your head high! Trust me , it will all get better and soon you'll be able to give the ones you love a big hug!

[Aye-aye in reply to mental_health_]

Thanks, mental_health_. I am trying to help others. I attended my monthly NHS Mental Health Group yesterday and there are plans to improve things in my borough