Looking for connection after moving out on my own

[Firespider]

Hello,
I moved out of my parents home about a month ago. I have been feeling isolated and lonely, but felt strongly that I needed to do this to become independent. I feel like all I do is go to work, come home, struggle with my autistic plight, try to sleep, fail, watch some YouTube, and repeat. I’ve been trying different meetup groups for the Neuro Diverse. I have found one I really like, but it only meets one night a week. I can’t always make it, bc I work random schedules. I have read a few threads on here and the people seem accepting and polite.
I like to game on Xbox, but have struggled to find online consistent players that enjoy the games I do. I also do VR. I’m willing to share my gamer tag for anyone who is interested. Look forward to reading and sharing thoughts.

 

[Nitro]

 

[tree]

 

[foliodoe]

I still don't feel like I belong anywhere. The search for community and acceptance is a lifelong one!
But we all have to start somewhere

 

[Gerald Wilgus]

Welcome. You have taken a big leap and succeeding at independence adds to your value in a relationship. When I was working in cancer research , I too felt isolated and lonely, and I hadn't started dating. Then I joined the Sierra Club for its outings and found that interest and competence counted more than neurology. That gave me confidence to ask out women I knew. It was fun, just being with someone.

 

[VictorR]

Welcome! The nice thing about forums is that you can pop in whenever you have time - the conversation is always ongoing

 

[AprilR]

Welcome! I am on the same boat as you, looking for hobby groups and activities around me so i can make some friends.

 

[Rodafina]

Hello and welcome! I love this place. Definitely filled the void of loneliness in my life. Hope you enjoy it here and find what you are looking for.

 

[Moogwizard]

@Firespider

No need to feel lonely on here . There is always someone to talk with. And the best thing is no social awkwardness because it is online

 

[WhitewaterWoman]

Good work moving out on your own. Excellent!!!!

Welcome. Most of us have some degree of loneliness. After a while you may come by to like the peace and quiet of all that alone time.