Hi everyone ^^);
I'm really struggling right now with loneliness. I only ever really talk to two people, my ex who I still live with and my online (faraway) friend. They're both at work most of the day during the week and I'm home by myself. I take online classes and am unemployed, in therapy for agoraphobia and trauma. Really bad social anxiety. I just don't know what to do. I usually watch YouTube or play video games to keep my mind occupied but it's just hard. I really wish I had other people but I genuinely don't even know what to talk about or how to if I had the opportunity.
There are some really good listeners here in 7 Cups, maybe you can search through the list and see if someone can be available to chat with you nearly every day or set a time for the two of you to chat. Are your online classes the self-paced ones, where you're just take the course but not within a class? If it is a class, maybe you could connect with other students.
I've had traumas before too, that made me doubt myself in making new friends, although I feel I need to have at least one friend in my life. I've met several fabulous members here in 7 Cups since I joined in 2017. So, maybe you can find someone here too that can resonate with your situation and give you the support you want.
@mackingcheese
Great advice!
@mackingcheese Hi I'm Celine :) I think the most important thing is learning how to be comfortable by yourself. I don't know where you are in your self love journey, but here's just a little reminder to love yourself because you deserve it! If you're feeling lonely, I know it's harder said than done, but just walk up to someone who looks nice, exchange socials, and ask if they want to be friends! It sounds nerve-racking, but remember that if they say no, you'll probably never see them again anyways so what's the harm in trying? You also opened a door to a new community on 7 Cups, so if you ever need a friend, we're all here for you.
@mackingcheese I think all of us on this site feel the same way I know I do that’s why I’m here join a group chat and just watch for a while. That’s how I started and spent about 6 hours Chatting with complete strangers go figure.
@mackingcheese I've been online schooled since third grade and don't get out either. I mostly play games and watch stuff in my free time. I live in a rural area and nobody shares my interest. I just joined this place out of curiosity and don't have any advice, but I hope it helps to know you're not alone when you are alone if you know what I mean. Just know it always gets better. I hope you see your friends or build up the courage to make new ones.
@mackingcheese You are going through so much, it makes sense you are feeling overwhelmed and anxious. I am glad that you have found hobbies that keep you entertained during the week. I understand that online school is significantly impacting your social life.