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nelsjm
nelsjm
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December 21, 2016

Loneliness or alone-ness

  • December 21, 2016
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Would love to hear others thoughts on this topic...

 

I work full time as a nurse so I have a lot of social interaction there, but am not socially active with co-workers as very few are: 1. single and 2. over 50.  I live out in the country, alone. I do not have children.    And do many activities alone such as hiking, riding my motorcycle, camping. 

 

I do not feel lonely,  but I worry that I am isolating myself and may regret not being more social as I age.  Particularly after I retire ( still 9 years away).I do have a few friends, but they don't live particularly close by, and I do make sure to get out with them 2 or 3 times a month.  I am not religious and joining a church isn't an option for me. 

 

What are you other single folks doing?  Give me some advice!  Thanks.

 

Jypsy Janet

 

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    CharlotteC23376
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    April 13, 2026

    IHi Janet,

    Have you thought about letter writing? What about being a penpal to someone? I love writing and have two people I write to--no, not email, actual pen-to-paper letters via the US Post--and reading and writing letters makes my days much better to face. I, too, walk my dogs, take care of my chickens (only have 3 now), and deal with my silly cats. Yes, I have a husband, which helps, but depression (as you probably know with your experience as a nurse) isn't selective and can happen at any time. Letters help with that, at least for me. Your thoughts? 

    Tempest332
    Tempest332
    Community Champion ⭐
    April 24, 2026

    Sleep a lot.... makes the time pass quicker. 

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