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Lonely and depressed.

Scorpion0x17

I live by myself, and though I have two PAs that I see three times a week, and go out to clubs and events related to my hobbies and interests, I lack, and therefor crave, companionship.

Does anyone else feel this way?

And does anyone have any tips on how to cope with the feelings of lonliness and the depression that brings?

Also does anyone have any suggestions for practical solutions to this problem?

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  • I can relate to your situation too.  Once a fortnight I have a conversation with a therapist + occassional extras.  Like Longman I have had to accept it. I spend quite a bit of time on internet courses particularly in computing.  It was worst in my 30's as I felt the longing for companionship that you clearly speak of.

    Can you walk?  Walking groups, especially the shorter distance ones, are supposed to be quite good for making friends, as you can chat to people as you walk, but don't need to feel uncomfortable if you have nothing to say.  And people don't just stay with the same person all the time so you might get to know several people. The problem with the archery and the gaming groups is they are about the activity and there isn't much chance to get to know people.

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  • I can relate to your situation too.  Once a fortnight I have a conversation with a therapist + occassional extras.  Like Longman I have had to accept it. I spend quite a bit of time on internet courses particularly in computing.  It was worst in my 30's as I felt the longing for companionship that you clearly speak of.

    Can you walk?  Walking groups, especially the shorter distance ones, are supposed to be quite good for making friends, as you can chat to people as you walk, but don't need to feel uncomfortable if you have nothing to say.  And people don't just stay with the same person all the time so you might get to know several people. The problem with the archery and the gaming groups is they are about the activity and there isn't much chance to get to know people.

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