Yeah I'm isolated due to disability and a lack of supports and it gets really hard to stay positive.
Loneliness feels like the flu sometimes, its draining, and makes it harder to feel motivated and happy. I often find myself doing less than I want to because I wish I had someone else to do things with.
But its not all bad, loneliness can give you some time to self-reflect and to enjoy all the smaller things in your life. I know I have come to appreciate my alone time even if I miss having people around too. I really appreciate my things and nature, and theres also the freedom of being myself without judgement.
Still its not easy and I wish you the best. If it helps you can always call a mental health service just for a chat, its not always the same as having a close friend to talk to, but sometimes it can elevate the loneliness enough to keep you going.
But also you are right, apart from those who have been lonely too, many people do not understand, they cant imagine something they have not experienced. But dont fret, loneliness is common, which is unfortunate, but it also means that your not alone in your loneliness. We do live in a world that can make it hard to form attachments, so its only natural some people get lonely. Take care!
