I moved to Shepparton Victoria from interstate a while ago and have made quite a few friends locally. But I miss having a best friend. I still have amazing friends back home and we pick up where we left off when we catch up but it can be months between chats. I miss having someone to go to coffee with, walk with, adventure with. I feel like I’m losing myself a little because I’m so damn lonely. I’m quite a social person and I still get out and see people but I really want to connect with a friend. I work in a corporate role and have some great work friends but I’m missing that deep meaningful friendship?
I am married (he’s amazing) but he’s really not into drinking wine and getting his nails done. Please tell me I’m not the only one?? Does anyone else crave having a best friend... maybe I need to give up the drama movies during isolation, but like where are the dating apps (for friends) for married women, likes wine, food, being healthy + good people but lacking best friend that likes laughing at everything and being them self?
Having a best friend
Having a best friend
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I feel you so much on this. We moved from Kyabram to Townsville. Both of my best friends are there. I have friends here but it’s just not the same
It just isn’t the same is it! A lot of my new friends grew up here so they’ve had their circle of friends forever. Tough being the new kid on the block! I’m hoping my new bestie is looking for me as well hehe!
Yeah I miss it. I have found plenty of drink wine friends and message funny things friends but theyre still not that feeling of having a bestie. Definitely maintain and enjoy those old friendships. Remember some people are not even lucky enough to have those to fall back on.
Very true! 😀
I could of written this. You are not alone. We moved interstate nearly 10 years ago and I really haven’t bonded with anyone. It’s been over a decade since I have done anything with friends. I am now out of work so the only people I talk to are my husband and teenage son. Can’t remember the last time I had a conversation with another woman. No family here either so I suffer in silence. It sucks and I have no idea how to change it.
Oh this makes me so sad. Because ive been isolated and lonely and i know its really hard.
There are women's group in most places now. A place that does coffee/chat mornings, night walks, or day courses like gardening or craft where you just potter at a task while enjoying company. Definitely find something and try them out.
100% everything you’ve said 🙌🏼
I am the same but I'm single as well :( it's very lonely
It’s crappy some days isn’t it, we need an app like tinder but for friends 😂
Yeah it sucks! I work full time too so I can't hang out during the week but most mums I know are SAHMs and want to leave the weekend for family (understandable) which gives me like no time to meet friends :(