topic Re: Immigration to Australia in Depression

Immigration to Australia

Shiobhan — Fri, 06 Jan 2023 14:32:53 GMT

It has been 6 month since immigrating to Australia. I have a husband and two children. I am extremely lonely as I do not have any family or friends here. I am not naturally a social person and no matter how much I try, I am unable to meet people with whom I am able to form deeper connections with later on. I have known many people who have been in my situation and made lasting friendships. My heart feels so sore every day, I feel very sad. I have lost my whole life at home and it hurts. Mainly I do not know how to meet people or form deeper connections. Lastly, I do not know how to overcome the feelings of emptiness and loneliness. I would like to speak to people in this forum who are in similar situations and understand as well as receive advise. I feel like a failure.

Re: Immigration to Australia

Guest_1584 — Fri, 06 Jan 2023 21:58:14 GMT

Hi there op.

Sorry about the situation it must be a huge thing moving countries.

But the first thing jumps at me is only 6mths, it takes yrs to make lasting friendships so it's not surprising not much has happened in only 6mths.

l've been where l am 6yrs and really, can't say l've made any real friends at all unfortunately.

l suppose you could join something of interest , a group or something . Your very lucky in that you have your family , things will probably start taking shape in time.

Good luck anyway.

Re: Immigration to Australia

Shiobhan — Fri, 06 Jan 2023 23:27:49 GMT

Hello RX, thank you for the advise and response. I have had a few opportunities to make friends but somehow am not connecting as easily as others do. I understand it takes time but I am feeling so lonely and empty and useless. I feel like I have nothing to offer people. Whereas others have so much to say, I don’t feel I am as interesting as others. I am not the person I was I just can’t find me anymore. I don’t feel strong enough.