Hey Katy, Firstly, how are you feeling? I joined this site reluctantly for support and friendly connections but find it to be kind of just harsh advice? No one really talks, just lecturing. So, how are you? I’m not hitting on you but I’ve had it rough too. Tried the dating scene and hated it. I’m also quite isolated and so badly just want to talk, not be advised or lectured. Just talk to someone who’s feeling the same and needs to talk.

I know my friend. I’ve been on Citalopram for years. My issue was with anxiety but it kind of spiraled into depression. I’m ok now and my anxiety is manageable. I’m just not that good in busy public places. How are you feeling now? You have friends here you know! You don’t need to be alone with this. What’s your home and work life like? I’m Christian. You have a good day ok

My friend, I wish I had words of wisdom for you. I can only wish you the best of luck and hope that things go well. Would joint counselling be an option. Maybe there’s a lack of understanding on both sides? I had anxiety and my partner just didn’t know what to do or act; we split up mostly on that basis. I don’t know? Just all the best my friend.

Are we all wandering around in a dream looking for the x factor, the perfect partner? My partner didn’t exactly have the x factor but I could see possibilities and hope but then she threw it all away. I don’t understand, people just don’t seem to try very hard anymore. Sometimes things are dull, that’s just life : (

Is the pain getting better or worse?

Hey Izzy, I’m in that very same position. It sucks and hurts so much!!! I’m laying here in bed and I feel so empty and alone. But my relationship was never going to work either but you miss them so much. I could really do with someone to talk to.

I just ended up moving away and started again; I just disappeared. Is that maybe an option?

Shit, that’s a tricky one!!! Is your secret really that bad and/or damaging?? I had a friend like that, it was so destructive but I had little to lose. You MUST get out and you’ll feel the biggest weight off your shoulders. Can’t you just ride the storm if this secret gets out? If you have other GOOD friends and family I’m sure they will stand by you and understand? I’d like to think they would?