i commonly feel lonely at night

what is the answer to this? basically, i have lived alone in a little 1 bedroom apartment for 20 years, i know no one, i have no support system and my only support is literally my elderly mum....my dad as well, but i'm closest to my mother, but they live far away from me now, without them i'd have no one to talk to....no support at all.

i feel like i'm going through a dark empty tunnel when i feel lonely, it truly is horrible....this apartment is like a dark silent tomb.

what can i do when i feel like that? i've tried phoning the help hotlines, like the samaritans, but technically they are only there to listen and are not much help.

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tiltawhirl · 36-40, F Best Comment

That makes me so sad. You really need some help to branch out. I really feel like you are going to need professional help. Please get a therapist. There are also support groups. Like there are support groups for people with autism and learning social skills and stuff. It’s going to be hard to do on your own. I’m so sorry you are in this rough situation.

durinsBane1983 · 46-50, M

@tiltawhirl thanks for reaching out...i'm on the list to see a psychologist...don't feel bad, i'm not that bad it's just i get a bit lonely at nightfall really, but do in general enjoy my own space.