the loneliness of the epileptic.

[Janus]

I just feel that this is a lonely time. My housemates are looking to move out (who knows how the mortgage will get paid then?) but they've been good friend for a long time. And it just seems like all those i know are not around and i do not share that i am having epilepsy with people who are not close. So i am just going to take myself out to coffee (a short bus trip away.) I just try to walk it off.

 

[Penny]

I have felt pretty lonely lately too. My family (which is quite large) all live 2 hrs. away except my kids thank God who live in my town. I cant drive so I have been walking to McDonalds almost daily for a coffee or coke (depending on time of day). It gets me around people. My daughter is assistant Manager there so I know the workers and at least have some people to talk too. I sit and read a book while there too. At least I feel like I am sort of a part of this world doing this.

Walking is something that helps me a lot too. My mind thinks of other (pleasant) things as I do. So it not only helps physically but mentally and spiritually too.

 

[masterjen]

I just feel that this is a lonely time. My housemates are looking to move out (who knows how the mortgage will get paid then?) but they've been good friend for a long time. And it just seems like all those i know are not around and i do not share that i am having epilepsy with people who are not close. So i am just going to take myself out to coffee (a short bus trip away.) I just try to walk it off.

Wish I was where you were so we could walk off your loneliness together :hugs: I get like that sometimes, too. It's no fun.

 

[arnie]

I know that sense of isolation and loneliness, Janus. I think I may have even started a thread on it a while back. It's not a bit of fun, but I have found that it tends to pass, fortunately. I'm sure it will for you, too. If I were there we could go on a bike ride. Bicycles are always good for the spirit. Maybe go on a ride right now!

Take care, OK?

 

[niceguyVZ]

That's the advantage of having been a loner before i had epilepsy. i didn't have friends and i still don't so , i'm just lonely any way i see it.

 

[Cint]

When I moved out from my husband's house into an apartment, I realized how lonely life really is. But there is a Starbucks within walking distance, so I started walking down there every day and made friends with others who also go. We developed a friendship and these friends have invited me to their homes, given me rides to drs., the store, and in the winter, they come and pick me up to go to SB. I even spent last week in California with one couple I met at SB. Never thought I would ever meet folks like that at a coffee shop. Just got to be willing to meet people. Plus like said earlier, walking/bike riding is good for the body and brain, it releases those endorphins from the brain, those "feel good" hormones.

 

[N Sperlo]

When I'm lonely, my furry friends tend to help.

 

[BrandiBrat]

Finances have a way of working out and I'm sure they will this time, too. I do hope you are able to find more quality housemates. Loneliness sucks, that's for sure. It's a state of mind, and you always do have a healthy way of dealing with yours. Riding your bike, walking, getting out of the house. Like N Sperlo, my fur-children help pull me out of my lonely times. Thinking of you!

 

[Janus]

Thank you all! it is so true how quickly things pass sometimes. This really all started because of my kepprage an outbreak of yelling on my part. But, tonight we all talked and made peace with it all. And i LOVE this forum, you all are great people.

 

[Crash]

Glad you have made peace with yourself and others,that's great to hear Janus,but you should always remember that you too are part off this forum,mate.