Hi, I'm new here

[PeterCal]

Been isolating for a long time and I want to meet people but for me it's really hard to leave the house.Petty lame ik

[LazyXrayEyes2255]

I haven't been out much because of my sciatica as last few days flared up

What country and whereabouts are you?

I'm in London, United Kingdom

[PeterCal in reply to LazyXrayEyes2255]

Im in New Jersey, us

[LazyXrayEyes2255 in reply to PeterCal]

what's the weather like?

Here it's around 20 Celsius or 68 Fahrenheit

[PeterCal in reply to LazyXrayEyes2255]

Yeah, that's what it's like around here too. It's about 60f

[LazyXrayEyes2255 in reply to PeterCal]

Goodnight xx as 9pm here and have to get up in morning xxxx

[PeterCal in reply to LazyXrayEyes2255]

Goodnight!

[LazyXrayEyes2255 in reply to PeterCal]

Oh gosh - can’t get to sleep

Will rest till fall sleep xxxx

[Sitaqui]

Not lame at all. I have a hard time getting out. I understand. Good or bad, we have the internet that helps us connect and can also become another reason not to get out. But if it's the best option available, use it! Glad you reached out here. I'm in Reno Nevada USA. You?

[PeterCal in reply to Sitaqui]

Yeah that's true. I want to work up to feeling comfortable talking to strangers.I'm in New Jersey, us

[Blacksunflower77]

Hi I don't think it's lame at all. Especially if and when you have a physical or mental limitation that requires you to be in the house it makes it difficult to get out of the house. That has been a real struggle for some people. As I see on here more and more it's quite a bit of people that struggle with making friends or getting out of the house.

[PeterCal in reply to Blacksunflower77]

Yeah true. I wish I had people I know and trusted to go do stuff with. Makes it easier

[Blacksunflower77 in reply to PeterCal]

I hear you... It's super easy to hide behind the computer but not in the public eye.

[UglyDuckling546]

Hi welcome to the community, you will find lots of support here everyone is super helpful, please feel free to reach out if you want to talk

[SsgCulldelight]

Hey ADHD welcome that's not Petty or lame, you know what energy you feel and that's likely the main culprit for your anxiety. We ALL vibe in this life and every as you know it's frequency vibration, many times we get to much negative or confused energy from 1k or more success at a time. You know when u ask in a room of people ask eyes turn on you initially, then look away however many linger or stare, their energy is directed at you, you have the ability to repel or accept, and if you do neither, you will feel whatever vibe that week confuse your thoughts. I know it may seem like a stretch but it's real. Do some focus drills and meditate on positive things in your life, keep those upfront, your going to need them. How that clarifies a bit. Love n light.

[PeterCal in reply to SsgCulldelight]

Thanks for the advice!

[SsgCulldelight in reply to PeterCal]

Apologies for the quirky words in there, I trust swipe too much😅

[PeterCal in reply to SsgCulldelight]

Context clues may have been used but it cool lol

[Thankfulforhelp22]

it’s not lame. Everyone has challenges and this may be yours.

This is a good place with good people and now we have one more😀

Welcome!

[SlingBlade3]

I get it. I'm the same. I've become quite okay w/my situation. If I need to venture out I can. I usually choose not to however

[PeterCal in reply to SlingBlade3]

Yeah. That's pretty much me as well. Trying to find ways to make it easier though

[Pitalife]

Hi and welcome to our group your not alone here,I too isolate, chronic pain and anxiety keep me isolated.... I hope you find the group helpful....pita ..

[Nairobi7]

Welcome, I am happy that you are here!

[PeterCal in reply to Nairobi7]

Thank you!

[Jeff89]

welcome! Hopfully we can all uplift eachother 🫶🏼

[PeterCal in reply to Jeff89]

Thanks!

[Moviemaniac]

My recommendation is to find a church that has opportunities to meet and worship with other members and has care ministries. My church has many such opportunities including help groups for members with mental health disorders.

[PeterCal in reply to Moviemaniac]

Ok, I don't know what's around me but I will look into it. Thanks!

[RS1974]

Hi 😊 I suggest you volunteer at an animal shelter or nursing home something to be around people but also an opportunity to do good.

[PeterCal in reply to RS1974]

Yeah, that's a good idea. I've been planning to do something like that because even if you mess up your still helping someone

[worthytobeloved]

I'm so glad you've had so many replies! There are so many of us on this site who are in the same position, so hopefully we can all help each other. Can you pinpoint any reasons for needing to isolate (apart from Covid)? Mine are that I was bullied at the age of 7, told by my mother that I was deformed, moved countries when I was 9, followed everywhere by kerbcrawlers when I was 12 (even when I was in school uniform). Basically I subconsciously 'knew' the world was a dangerous place, and people are cruel. I feel embarrassed saying all that - lots of people would call that lame. Good luck - let us know how you get on. xxx