My husband and I separated about 6 weeks ago and we are headed in the direction of a dissolution. We have 2 boys. Anyway, I am struggling the most with loneliness during the process. As a back story--My ex has mental health issues and we fell nicely into a narcissist/co-dependent dance throughout our marriage of 12 years. I have been in therapy for 3 years and so I am addressing my co-dependent tendencies.

When my ex has our children, I feel especially lonely. In an act of desperation, I joined a dating site seeking friendship about 2 weeks ago. Big mistake. I was taken aback by the number of mid-life sex addicted people on dating sites. Anyway, do you have any tips for dealing with the loneliness of the divorce process? I feel like I am a drag for my friends right now and they are all very busy with their families.

I want to approach my post-relationship recovery in a healthy way, but I just feel so lonely and in all honesty--desperate for interaction (and maybe attention).

Any tips would be appreciated.