Loneliness but no where to go

[Alij95]

Me 27(f) has DD 7 from an abusive relationship (long story) I lost all my friends before DD was born as it was a side choosing issue and the one friend I did make afterwards used me until she bought her own home.

I am very lonely, I work but live with my parents and DD as living alone isn't an option right now both mentally and money wise.

My question is, how do you find groups to go and make friends or a relationship, im very lonely and people at work are all childless by choice so don't quite understand my priorities. How do I go about making friends or finding a SO without putting myself out there.

I do lack confidence which won't help and i am working on this but does anyone have any advice for a single parent struggling to have a life outside of being a mum.

Hi op have you joined the FROLO app?
Or maybe there are groups on the Meet-up app in your area?

I think find an activity that genuinely interests you & gives you pleasure, whether that's a sport, volunteering or a craft, and get to know other people involved slowly.

I haven't joined no but I will certainly look at that, thank you

Another one here who recommends taking a look at Meet-up - there should be lots of different groups in your area. Good luck.

Thank you, I don't have social media of any type so this sounds brilliant. 👌

I sympathise and it's really hard with a young one and your situation. If you are into fitness at all (or want to be) join a local running club or similar.

The app Meetup is good and you'll find lots of local groups doing nice things together.

You then get to see the same people each week and share similar experiences. I've made some good friends this way.