Loneliness is getting real during the week

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NateNew Dad

2w ago1 min read

My kids are in school all day, wife works from the office, and I work from home. I realized today that I haven't had a real conversation with another adult in like 4 days besides my coworkers on zoom calls. Sometimes I just sit in the driveway in my car after work just to have an excuse to be alone because the silence at home is so loud if that makes sense. I'm not depressed I think, just lonely. Is this normal for dads?

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RReggie T.New Dad2w ago

The weekday isolation is real when you're working from home solo. What if you scheduled a regular lunch or coffee with a friend? Even knowing it's coming up can help.

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MMatt W.Regular2w ago

Tough spot, dude. I'd say find something to get out for during the day, whether it's the gym, a coffee shop with wifi, or a standing meetup with another dad. Just being around people helps.

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VVic H.Regular2w ago

Man, I feel this. Those midday hours when everyone's out hit different. Have you thought about joining a dad group or hobby club? Even just one regular thing during the week could break up that loneliness.

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