[Frosty30]

I've struggled with depression off and on for years. I started a new job 4 months ago that is full time remote. Ironically, I consider myself somewhat of an extrovert - I really enjoy being around people and social interaction. Unfortunately I don't really have any friends - just a bunch of acquaintances.

I feel so lonely now being full time work from home. Things got really bad at my last job so I felt I had no choice but to leave (round after round after round of cuts). People would just tell me to get another new job if I'm so lonely and struggling with depression. The thing is...there are definitely perks to working from home and this job is really good. People don't get that it won't be easy to get another job that is just as good. I've ended up visiting my parents too much and they kept telling me I should find another job. Could probably tell I was lonely. I've cut back on visiting them because I don't want to hear it anymore and be nagged.

I feel like if I had a few, even just 1, really good true friend, it wouldn't be so bad. Or a girlfriend. But it's hard making friends post college when you're 30. This loneliness wasn't nearly as bad when my neighborhood pool was open. Winter is always harder for me.

I don't know what I'm hoping for on here...maybe just to know I'm not the only person who feels this way.

[MtnTime2896]

You're not the only one, especially not here on PC. I understand it is very difficult for an extrovert to be removed from society, like this. Are there any clubs, activities or programs in your area that could be a good escape from solitude for you?

Welcome to PC, by the way. This is a good community and I think you have a good chance of making a friend here, if only through cyber space. Do you see a professional, by any chance?
I know that I don't confess anything other than on this site and a lot of people have helped me through some hard times here and I've made a few friends, as well.

[Frosty30]

Thank you for the encouraging words leigheas. I've found a few meet up groups in my area but most of them don't have many people that I have things in common with. I've had a hard time finding ones with other young adults like me. Luckily I found a place this morning that is specifically meant for people who work from home and need to get out of the house. I was so excited. Let's hope it helps . Here right now and it's really nice.

[MtnTime2896]

Keep me updated.

[Sula B]

Hey Frosty30,
Welcome to PC. I have only been a member since Jul- Aug and I have found friends here and people who I can talk to and I am most definitely an introvert. Please know that you have found a very kind and gentle community who you can talk to without feeling judged - this has been my experience. I wish you all the best is finding some outlets and am with you 100%

[Framington]

Go outisde, and even contemplate why you need friends in the first place, i mean really, if u cant be happy by yourself , you'll never truly be happy, as you'll always need something in return

[Fuzzybear]

[JustJace2u]

There are many wonderful and helpful folks on this forum, that's for certain. I have one true friend I live close to and another that I've know for basically 25 years, unfortunately she lives halfway across the country. My one BFF who lives nearby has a family of her own (hubby and 2 kids), so we don't get to see each other but maybe every few weeks, if that. I'm definitely an introvert and have a hard time making and keeping friends. I used to blame it on the fact that I grew up in a military family, but knowing what I know now about myself and my illnesses, I see it in a completely different light. I feel like a freak and that's why people tend to shy away from

[MickeyCheeky]

Hey.. I don't know if you'll consider me nice, but.. welcome, and I hope you'll like this place I'll be here to listen if you want to!