Feeling lonely even though I'm busy all the time

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RyanRegular

3w ago1 min read

Work, kids, responsibilities. I'm constantly doing something but I feel completely isolated. Haven't hung out with my friends in months because I'm always either working or exhausted. Even when I'm with my family I feel like I'm in my own head. It's a weird kind of loneliness that I can't really explain to people. Does anyone else feel this way?

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DDerek S.Regular3w ago

This hits different when you're in it. I felt the same way until I realized I wasn't actually connecting with anyone during all that busy time. Started scheduling actual conversations with friends and it helped.

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DDanielRegular3w ago

The loneliness trap is real. You're around people all day but not really WITH anyone. Maybe look into a dad group or something? Just knowing other guys get it makes a difference.

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MMatteoRegular3w ago

Have you talked to your partner about this? Sometimes when you're both in the grind you forget to actually check in with each other. We started doing 15 minute coffee chats and it helped.

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