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Loneliness: Why am I depressed?
Aging Well | Last Active: Feb 27, 2022 | Replies (112)Comment receiving replies
Hello. I can totally relate. Writing (I am also an author) Is solitary work. I also love to cook and am just getting into gardening. I have learned that I really need people around me. But, it is not easy to find the people that want a two way relationship. I am looking at finding a church community that has outreach programs, where I can join with others to help people. I have a friend who is helping a community that cooks meals for the homeless. Another friend found Meet-ups helpful when she was looking for like minded friends. All the best to you in your search.
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@artgirl2 Welcome to Mayo Clinic Connect! I see this is your first post here, and it is a great one.
As you said, learning that you need other people around you, is a big step. I think people in general are not meant to be completely alone. And, as @nannette1941 is finding out, being alone can bring on depression. So, we have to go out and search for others. It is helpful to be very flexible, and understanding that we may not meet others who believe exactly like us, and that is okay too, as it helps broaden our horizons. Finding like-minded people can be tough, especially right now with renewed social restrictions. Groups that offer Zoom meetings can be helpful.
For me, living in a rural area, it has been tough to find others who I "click" with. I like doing things for charity, to help others out. We are blessed, and want to share with those locally who we can help, so we do as we can.
@artgirl2 how local are your outreach groups for you?
@nannette1941 do any of our suggestions sound like something you'd like to try?
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