Depressed and retired

[sooty69]

I suffer from anxiety and depression and am 69 years old.   We moved from the coast to the country and I am so unhappy.   Left my friends and now trying to make new ones.  Cannot talk with my husband as he says he is happy and I should be.   Feel so isolated and lonely.  Trtying so start new hobbies but my brain just seems too tired.   Try to get through each day without wanting to leave this life.   Have family but try to hide my thoughts and feelings which is very hard.  Thought I would join as know other people in similar situation

[Sophie_M]

Hi sooty69,   

Welcome to the forums, we are so glad that you've taken a big step in sharing here. We hope you find some comfort in sharing here, and in hearing from the lovely community members, many of whom will be able to relate to what you’ve been through. It can be hard settling in after moving to a new place and it's understandable that you are feeling lonely. Please know you are never alone with these feelings, we are always here to listen.  

We hear you've been dealing with depression and anxiety, we understand how stressful and exhausting it can be. Please know we are always here to talk this through with one of the Beyond Blue counsellors, feel free to give us a call on 1300 22 4636, or reach out through Online Chat here.    

Thank you for sharing this and giving this community a chance to offer you their understanding and advice. We’re here to listen and offer support, and you never know how your story might help someone else. It may be an option to talk with one of our friendly counselors to discuss how you can get a bit more support, whether that is speaking to those close to you or booking an appointment with a GP for some on-going help.     

Kind regards,    

Sophie M