Off and on depression since a child plus separation anxiety

[TATUMJAN4]

Come from a family with a volatile father and unnurturing mom. Am female no sistersOff and I depression and sep. Anxiety since very young

Recently retired and split with my partner which triggered depression and sep. Anxiety

Am much better when around others but spend most of time alone me and dog. Am well liked but people so busy and now my age group everyone busy withbtheir grand kids so extremely lonely

[Agora1]

Welcome TATUMJAN4 to a safe as well as caring community.

It sounds like you have been on a difficult path all your life.

Now the path has taken yet another turn. There are many people

who feel lonely. Participating in this community with others will

help you not feel so alone. Great group of people who truly care. xx

[PadThaiNoodles]

I took up bridge in my retirement. I have social anxiety, so the fact that a bridge club night is a very structured event helps me.

I’m now playing 3 nights a week and half my friends are people I met at the club.

[TATUMJAN4 in reply to PadThaiNoodles]

thank you for your reply. It's on my list to explore!

[Hidden]

I am currently searching for a volunteer activity to fill the need for social contact but also a sense of purpose. I've always been busy volunteering for youth groups that my sons participated in but they are older now. Maybe that could be something for you to look into as well.

[TATUMJAN4 in reply to Hidden]

AwwwTy

I just started 2 weeks ago volunteering at a children's school for special needs!

Hiw r u doing?