DEAR DEIDRE: I’m so lonely, I don’t even see the point of my existence.
I’ve always struggled to maintain long-lasting friendships.
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The two friends I have are married and busy with their own lives.
I am a 42 year old gay man living alone.
I enjoyed the lockdowns because everyone lived like me.
Most people were miserable, as I am every day.
I thought maybe it would get better when we got out of isolation, but it didn’t.
I’m afraid to take leave because I don’t have anyone to go on vacation with.
The weekends are also terrible.
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It makes me very low.
I have nothing to enjoy in life and if I had the guts I would end it.
DEIDRE SAYS: Depression is clearly setting in, but you can find your way through it.
Consult with your doctor first. The simple act of telling someone how you feel can be a huge help.
Isolating yourself will only fuel your depression, so seek help.
And contact Calm, the campaign against miserable living, which supports men who are struggling (thecalmzone.net0800 585858).
Making new friends will ease your loneliness, so check out meetup.com to see events and clubs in your area.