Ask Julie: I'm So Lonely But I Should Be Happy
[dropcap]Q: [/dropcap]Simply put, I'm very lonely. I should be happy. I just graduated college and starting my masters’ degree. I own my own home. I have a job. I'm very fit. I try to do things that are social, but most of the things I do are by myself because I don't have friends. I've always had a boyfriend, and finally realized that they were a crutch, so I've been single for the past 2 years and concentrated on myself and my education. But being alone night after night and not having anyone to do things with is terrible. I’m considerate and friendly, but I just don't know how to find friends. Seems like I've even lost my mojo in dating. I don't feel like the person I used to be, and maybe I'm not anymore in a good way, but I can't figure out why I don't have any friends and am living a solitary life. It's so lonely. What can I do?
[dropcap]A:[/dropcap] I have more questions than I have answers. How long have you struggled with friendships? Has this been a pattern even when you were younger in elementary and junior high or is this recent? No matter where you live you can find friends. Watch the video for some suggestions for overcoming this loneliness and sadness.Take good care of yourself!Julie Hanks, LCSW