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Depressed and lonely during Covid pandemic

Chloe2436
Chloe2436

This is my first time to write on here. I am so tired of staying in my small apartment.  I am 66, live alone with my cat and am so lonely I could cry.  I have been, actually.  Have depression, too.  Anyone else out there  in the same boat?  If I didn't have my cat to talk to and pet and do not know what I would do.  I do not know how much more of this I can take.  But no point in saying that, because I have to take it.  I do not go anywhere, afraid to get the virus.  Of course, I had depression and loneliness before the virus, but it is worse now.  I cannot go into work.  Working from home at this time.  Glad I have that, I get to talk to people.  Have a few friends I talk to and a psychologist I can call when needed.  But really, now, this is too much.  Any words of wisdom, and anything that has helped you to deal with this bizarre situation we are end, I would appreciate the feedback.  Thanks, Chloe

Chloe2436
Chloe2436
Sorry for the typos. Chloe
Thor2008
Thor2008
Sorry that you are so lonely. This virus has caused a lot of damage economically, socially, and psychologically. Can you go out and meet a friend. wear a mask and keep your hands clean but you might want to get out a little bit. Or maybe just walk around the block. I work from home also and it is just myself and my wife but I know that I need to get some sunlight on my body. I walk for a mile each day but outside of that, and medical, I haven't been outside the home in weeks.
shadowlady
shadowlady
It is terrible times, I agree. I think exercise of some type would certainly help the depression, Chloe. Do you have activities you can focus on ( hobbies\ crafts) to keep your mind occupied? Keeping a journal might also help. I go around others rarely, but thankfully live in a rural area where I can walk and exercise free of worry. I'll keep you in prayer. Blessings.
LavenderC
LavenderC
Chloe2436 - I am 65 and am new to the group. Even though I have my husband and daughter who love me, lately things have become stressful with some unpleasant situations I have to deal with, and I feel alone. Without my husband and daughter with me, it will be impossible for me to live. I joined some online depressions support groups before in the past and found they were very helpful. When I first come to DS I just spent a lot of time reading a lot of posts and didn't know how and when I would be able to jump in to join the conversations. It was only a few days ago that I started posting in the Christian Fellowship group and then in more groups and feel some connections that I hope to find. I wish I could say like you did that I have a few friends I talk to. I used to have friends who I hanged out with and talked to but not at the moment. The only person I communicate with through e-mails is my brother who lives in Thailand where I was born and grew up.. I have lived in US since I was 25 and never returned to my home country and seen any of my families and friends there. It often feels lonely and alone. I hope you will find some support and feel less lonely in this group. I hope you can take it easy and have a good day today.
Scott46
Scott46
Chloe. These are indeed tough times. Such a crazy world we live in. I'm lonely and stressed too, and I do get together with friends twice week and go out and runs errands. I wear a mask and distance and its okay. Actually if you just go for a walk around your neighborhood or a park, and use your mask and distance, the odds of getting it are really low. But for me there's more to it. My dad passed away last fall. He was my last close relative so now I'm an orphan and feeling very much alone. I have some great friends but there is no substitute for parents. The virus just adds insult to injury. But enough about me. You asked about tricks. I have been digging out some books I've been meaning to read. Do you like to read? What about finding an on-line book club where they get together on one of those live-chat programs where you can see each other and talk? I've also been attending to some chores and repairs that have been put off for a long time. But I do understand about the solitude. And for some reason I cant watch TV aside from the news. I just feel so pathetic watching old TV shows and movies; even the ones I liked back then. I don't fault anyone who likes TV. But for some reason, lately TV makes me more depressed. Anyway welcome to the group. I'm sure you'll make some friends here. Lots of people here could use your experience and wisdom. Were all in this world together.
Peke
Peke
I get it, I. 28 in the suppoused prime of my life, living alone e with my at too. I just fell LONELY and hopless, like all.my life plans and expectations ares destines to fail. I fail to make friends or meet anyone meaningful.
Chloe2436
Chloe2436
Thanks to all of you - Thor, Shadowlady, Lavender, Scott, Peke - who reached out and responded to my post in May. I did not stick with this support group at the time and am only now returning. I hope each one of you is well, happy and contented. Best wishes for the holiday season.
Anna1212
Anna1212
Best Wishes to you too, Chloe. I can relate. Message me anytime.
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