Stuck

[Zanzibar4]

I am new on here and am.ppsting as I am having a really tough few weeks and am loosing the battle in.ever feeling well. I am married have kids and should be so grateful but feel so lonely and like a huge failure. I am 47 and have no friends due to my social anxiety which I keep well hidden. I have no.problem initally meeting people but dont feel I can deveop lasting friendships I find the social interaction anxiety ladden and exhausting. I am feeling stuck and very isolated have been battling depression since my early teens I am tired.

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Hi and welcome.

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Hi, you have not yet lost the battle friend. I too find social interaction exhausting. One piece of advice I have heard, just put one foot in front of the other (one step at a time) and eventually it will feel like walking. I am glad you joined the site and hopefully this site will provide some clarity and understanding. Stay strong.