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Struggles With Building A Support Network

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Hello, 

I am mum of two little girls aged five and nineteen months and have tried and failed to build a positive and supportive support network. It is just me, the girls and my husband. I don't have any friends as I can't stand small talk (hate it with a passion lol) but it is essential for everyday relationships or so I am told. 

I just hate socialising because it makes me uncomfortable. The last time I had a functioning support network was when I was at school nearly twenty years ago. It's ironic, really because school wasn't a great place for me, either but most of the teachers cared about me enough to offer support and guidance. 

I feel like this is my life and that I don't have a future Disappointed

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  • I agree with profdanger.  It sounds like you need to have some activity based stuff (that's how I do all my socialising). 

    If you're looking for support to find activities you can do in parallel, including if you'd want support in joining them or going along to the first few, I recommend looking into social prescribing.

    Depending on your area they might be accessed through your GP or you can self refer. They are set up to help you find activities and advice that work for you, and many of them will even go to some sessions with you to help you get into it or talk to organisers to ensure they're accessible for you (in your case this may include no demand to talk)

    I was referred to social prescribing a few years ago and I found them very helpful. They don't require any kind of diagnosis, it's about making sure you have the support you need to have a fulfilling life. 

  • in reply to Fibonacci Squid

    Here is NHS England's page on social prescribing so you can see what it might include: https://www.england.nhs.uk/personalisedcare/social-prescribing/ 

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