Thoughts
It's really been a tough year for me. I am still struggling with loneliness and feeling isolated from others, and it is difficult to be myself sometimes. I don't know what else to do with the pain other than keep it inside especially when I can't find any distractions. Sometimes I just want someone to hug me and tell me it will be okay.
But I don't mean to complain; it's not always so hard. There have been so many good and happy moments this year as well. And I'm doing a lot better with my health, which is great! Something I want to do in the coming weeks and months is work on my emotional health as well. I want to spend more time with family and friends, and find ways to encourage other people more.
It's been up and down a lot, but I have learned a lot and I'm continuing to learn all the time. I'm sure I'll learn a lot in 2018 too. 
@neatBalloon7178
I don't know you, but I'm still so proud!! I also used to suffer from lonliness, and many of the same problems you struggle with, and I'm glad that you're taking a step forward. That's a very brave thing to do, and I hope you'll find happiness in 2018. [Also, if you really want a hug, I used to put up free hug signs when i was younger, works like a charm ;)]
Best wishes - Nemo
@LadyAnemone
don't get murdered, though. The hug isn't always worth it, and it's always better in a nice, populated, friendly environment.
@LadyAnemone
don't get murdered, though. The hug isn't always worth it, and it's always better in a nice, populated, friendly environment.
@neatBalloon7178
I relate to this so much :c feeling lonely is very hard
Have you thought about dedicating yourself to gardening? Plants really cheer up the place and you don't feel as lonely since you take care of them. At least with me it works.
Also pets are a wonderfull option if you can have one!
And finally, if you spend quite a bit of time online maybe online friends? You always have to be carefull obviously but you can find many awesome people.
Best of luck! And I hope 2018 will be an awesome year for you! :)
Oh also congrats on your health 
@Booklover95
Thank you for you kind words--it means a lot Some good suggestions! I have thought about getting a plant to have indoors, but never got around to getting one. This time of year would be a great time to try it!
@neatBalloon7178
You can easily have some herbs around . They seem amazing, they're cute and you can use them in food ! Salsa is a good example :)
But if you want something more pretty maybe an orchid? They usually are good indoors and you have dozens of colours to choose from.
I hope you have fun! ^^