some people I hung around were just not for me so I am in the process of politely removing myself from their company and/or not seeking them out.
it takes time to find good friends however I feel isolated outside of the forums and my family.
it’s like an impossible mission for me to find a good friend.
anybody else experience this feeling of being purposely isolated by some unknown something?
judy
Yeah sure I’ve had those time periods in my life. My suggestion is to change your environment. I understand moving isn’t always an option, but look for clubs or groups around your town you are interested in that you could attend and find people of similar interest. I met my wonderful friend group here after choosing to live in a dorm for women in science majors. We were all dorks and clicked right away.
how good for you. great news for us here too. i am encouraged – only it is rare to have such an opportunity for me at least. i feel shoved into a corner by my community – “you with sz – go to the mentally ill if you want a friend and stay away from us!!”
and at work you should only see how they treat me like a piece of garbage.
judy
I don’t know if I have removed people from my life I know I need to. my partner said for me to play nice until we move that won’t be for a while.
I’m sorry you aren’t treated very well, @ifeelblessed, people can be so cruel.
You’re a decent person and I wouldn’t think you’d have any trouble finding a nice bunch of friends more like you.
I’m sorry you’ve faced such stigma. I don’t really talk with my friends about my illness much, except the couple friends I have who also struggle with it.
Find activities or groups or clubs that interest you with like-minded people and maybe you will find a friend.
Maybe some Adult Ed classes at your local college…