Ptsd, introversion and just weirdness

[Strongereveryday]

Hey crowd, been feeling very lonely, disconnected from the world & people lately. I tried being friends with someone for about 3 years now (living in a new location)... but it has been difficult. Like pulling teeth. And most people around me just don't get me. And a lot of the time people try to diminish my experiences (if or when I open up). Is there any hope for a community or finding friends who will not judge me for being down or depressed or just in recovery? I am also not a party goer, I don't do modern socializing that much, I love a good book and art. But... I live in a small town with limited counterculture (if any).... Feeling rough lately. Can anyone share any thoughts? Thank you.

 

[LoveTea]

I wish I could offer advice, but I can give you support. I have gone many years without any real friends. What kept happening was that I would feel so lonely that I would basically be friends with anyone, and I kept ending up in relationships with people who would use me, but were never really there to support me. I am finally settling in witha couple good friends, but it wasn't easy. It took about a year for me to even become friends with them. Even now though, it is hard sometimes because PTSD is so complicated and affects so many things in so many ways. My friend is incredibly empathetic and tries to be supportive, but I am also trying to be ok with the fact that they will never completely understand. I try to keep thinking that in a small way it is a good thing because they won't have to live like I do, but it's also very isolating sometimes. I know that this forum can't be the same as an in person friends, but I hope it helps you find support with people who understand more of what you are going through.