So just as the title states, I’m currently 6 Months and 17 Days sober today. Everything in my life is starting to really fall in place again, except for one thing. I have this overwhelming feeling of Loneliness. I get really emotional when I even think of that word let alone how I feel about it. I honestly have no idea what to do. It’s weird, when I was using I didn’t feel as lonely but that’s because I was numb to everything due to the drugs I guess. Since being sober I feel like this feeling has slowly continued to build up. I haven’t even kissed a girl in probably longer than 3 years now, 2 years and 6 months because Heroin was my Girlfriend, Finance, Wife & Mistress. The current 6 months is due to, well, honestly I don’t know. I just want to find happiness with someone. & Yes I am happy with myself, but to an extent.
Before I continue to ramble on I’m gonna stop myself. Anyone there to talk?
Definitely start by making some new friends. I know that is hard for me but once that’s established then u are one step closer to finding someone special too. I would love to be your friend if you ever want to talk about anything I am here for you. To vent or talk about life or anything that’s on your mind.
Do you have any hobbies or interests that could get you out of your normal routine? Something that may distract you? I’ve heard, as a general rule, people should ideally have 12 months sober time before embarking on new relationships … so this could be a great time for you to continue working on ‘you’.
I see in your profile that you work at a drug and alcohol rehabilitation center helping others. Are there any colleagues you could hang out with?
Sorry I can’t be more helpful. I hope others like @Englishd will chime in.
Hi and welcome. Congratulations on your sobriety. Have u tried going to any meetings ? There’s always lovely people to make friends with and are on the same journey as ourselves. X
