Midday struggle

[jpsmith]

Hi all...it’s the middle of my day and I feel very alone and down. I have not done much of anything today except shower, get gas for my truck, get milk at the grocery store and now I’m at an AA meeting. I wish I felt better and feel so alone even though I’m in a room full of people.

[Hspr]

Hi jpsmith, I totally get your feeling. I also feel alone. It is a terrible feeling - I know it. What I do when I feel alone is trying to call someone I know and talk. Seeing a therapist also can help. I wish you all the best. Also know that you are not alone. There are many people who feel loneliness. If you want to talk I am here, God bless you. One more thing, I tell myself I am not alone God is with me that helps me too

[jpsmith in reply to Hspr]

Thank you I appreciate it 😊

[hunter4ransom]

Think of all you have already accomplished today. It’s okay to have yuck Day or days, just know that these feelings do pass. Try keep focused on the good days even if they aren’t happening as often as you wish.

My past 2 days have been not so pleasant as I start a new job next week and my ex husband contacted our daughter after years of no contact stirring up all sorts of bad feelings. So, my anxiety is on overdrive and my mood very down and on edge but I know better days are ahead so I’m riding the storm until the sun shines again.

Hang in there my friend. I totally understand how you feel.

Eileen

[jpsmith in reply to hunter4ransom]

Thank you 😊

[Hidden]

Hi Jp..I'm here ... yeah, alot of us feel alone..I'm a mature aged student..even though there's people around I still very lonely...I'm with you...

[jpsmith in reply to Hidden]

I’m really trying hard to connect with people but I’m just not good at it

[hunter4ransom in reply to jpsmith]

You are connecting with us just fine. I know it’s easier online than in person for many of us, but it’s a start.

Maybe connecting with a local support group that is specific to depression and anxiety might be helpful. I found a local support group for adults suffering from depression/anxiety through NAMI in my town that meets every Thurs eve. I plan to go for the first time tomorrow. I’m not sure what to expect, but I’m hoping to not feel so alone in my struggle with anxiety.

There is always hope.

[jpsmith in reply to hunter4ransom]

I will look into that thank you

[Hidden in reply to jpsmith]

Maybe it's not you..maybe it's them..just choose one person and say hi..

[jpsmith in reply to Hidden]

That’s a good idea...I will try that every chance I get

[foreverbeach11]

Hi jpsmith. Try not to be so hard on yourself. You actually got a lot accomplished. I know there can be really hard days. I'm sorry you were having a hard day. Many times for me, I can be around a lot of people and feel alone because we have nothing in common. It can be hard to connect with people. Have you considered participating in a group with people who have the same interests as you? For example, what are your hobbies? What type of things do you like to do? It's easier to connect with people who enjoy the same types of things. I also have found that a simple "Hi" will open the door to allow a conversation to begin. Then just take it from there. You accomplished a lot in the day and commend yourself for that. It's a step in the right direction. Wishing you the best.