In need of positive reinforcement

[Kevin87]

Hi all,

I’m so sorry I haven’t been on here lately. As I’m sure you can imagine I’ve been quite preoccupied trying to figure everything out post covid.

A year ago I lost my job, and my career prospects seem more bleak than ever. I live in New York and things have been getting more difficult as I’ve applied to tons of jobs with 0 callback which doesn’t make me feel like I have much stake in the world I like in right now.

The real issue TODAY though, is that both of my best friends are moving. They are huge support systems for me and a gave me a great feeling of normalcy and happiness over the last few years. For them to be leaving, it feels as if I’m left with less than I had before, and that a sense of normalcy and happiness is now gone. I know in reality that I am immensely happy for them, however it doesn’t change my feelings of loss over the situation. I only want to feel like things are normal and happy right now, and it hurts to have things still continue to change and “leave”. I’ve been so much more depressed than ever the last few months, and to have this happen is a huge blow to my happiness right now.

How have you managed when you feel loss, when your loved ones move away, and when you’re just feeling like everything is moving past you?

Any words of encouragement and support would be greatly appreciated. I’ll be around tonight if anyone has anything they need to talk about as well 🖤

Much love

K

[Hb2003]

Hello 👋 i am so sorry about that

[Hidden]

Kevin sorry it can be a real problem when people we know including friends moves on to a different area. Are your friends moving on together and is there no way you can keep in contact with them.

All I can suggest is begin to look for new friendships, Do you have any Hobbies or Diversions where you can meet others. I needed to do that when my Engagement ended those many years ago, I qualified in Youth Leadership and Community Work, I used to go dancing and that also helped where I made new friendships and relationships.

I am not saying the need to follow above although if you have interests it may be an idea to follow your expectations and you will make new friends

Are you married ?

BOB