Work from home, kids are mostly busy with school stuff, wife works evenings. I find myself just sitting here some days with barely anyone to talk to. I joined a gym and a running club which helps but I still get these waves where I just feel really isolated. Anyone have strategies for this that actually work? I feel like I'm supposed to just tough it out but it's harder than I thought.
That's tough, man. I get that vibe sometimes when everyone's doing their own thing. I've started just reaching out to other dads from little league or hikes to grab coffee, even just 20 minutes helps break it up.
The WFH + evening shift combo is rough for connection time. Have you thought about joining a dad group or something casual like that? Even just knowing other people are in the same boat can help with that feeling.
I did the therapy thing partially because of this exact feeling. Being around people but feeling alone is real. Worth exploring that route if you haven't.
The work from home plus evening shift wife combo is rough. You're basically doing solo parent hours while technically not being alone. Maybe set a standing thing one night a week, even if it's just getting out of the house?
That's a tough situation honestly. Between the isolation of remote work and family schedules being off, yeah loneliness creeps in. Have you talked to your wife about maybe scheduling some intentional couple time?
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Co-parenting situation here too and I get the loneliness piece. When the kids are with their mom and work is quiet, it hits different. Have you tried joining any local groups or activities just for you?