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Someone to listen and empathize to help talk through a tragedy
Just Want to Talk | Last Active: Sep 15, 2025 | Replies (23)Comment receiving replies
I feel someone who I can talk to and be myself just simply friendship church has been the most important to help yet I still feel insecure and a loss of confidence I hardly have anyone in my life I could actually call a true friend lonely is the best way to describe my life
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I'm glad to hear church is a good support. In the times of crisis in my life--such as when my first husband died at the age of 36--I was not able to develop new friendships. I was too raw and preoccupied. However, once this settled down and I was able to work on myself and grow (this was not overnight!) I could reach out more and develop connections. So for me it was grief and chaos, then self-focus (with a really good group based on 12-Step), and eventually a new life. Situations differ, but I think grief/loss has a pattern even if it is marital strain. A group can help if you can find one that addresses your situation. Wishing you the best.