I’m a single parent with no extended family and get quite lonely. Have had some unsuccessful relationships including emotionally abusive exH who destroyed my self esteem so trying to stay away from men for now. I do have some lovely friends and invited them over for drinks on Saturday. However they are all cancelling. I totally understand as they have to prioritise Christmas with their families. However it has brought up some really difficult emotions for me and leaves me feeling really rejected and unimportant. I know that’s my issue and I need to find a way to cope with it.
Unfortunately although I have a lot of friends I have no best friend and am often left out of plans. My friends matter to me a lot more than I matter to them. They will prioritise other friends and family over me. That’s entirely their choice but it’s hard having no one who prioritises me and I need to find a way to cope with it. I’m thinking finding a way to accept it as I don’t think I can change anything. Does anyone have any words of wisdom please?