@gracegrey2021
In our societies of first world countries, we often think of ‘mental health issues’ as something that concerns our ‘young people’, who are struggling to find their place in a confusing world.
Well. … not true .. it is our Seniors who face more challenges with our mental health!
There are many factors; but loneliness, isolation due to poor health , family moving away , nutrition, the list goes on.
You, gracegrey, have made the first most excellent step; you have identified an important clue: You have labelled an issue that doesn’t quite make sense- wanting contact , but not quite able to pull it off.
You are so wise to see this puzzling action: the first step in addressing the problem.
Next step… Get the right person to assist you…. Please make an appointment with the doctor / professional of your choice.
Some clinics have the ‘talk to person’: social worker, counsellor or therapist. And ‘hot lines’ are available throughout the country.
(The North American mental health and crisis hotline number is 988. They can direct your call.)
Make yourself a promise: to grab a hold of this issue and get it sorted.
Try talking to someone just ONCE And then go from there.
It is amazing how a question shakes itself out just by talking it over with another person.
These folks will be glad to lend a listening ear.. Tell them what you have said to us.
Would you please make a call today? And let us know how you got on.
In the meantime, we are here to listen, encourage and help each other.
Take best care of yourself!
Talk soon!