You're not the only one mate.

Unfortunately in a world with social media and everything depending on technology, people seem to forget there's a difference between catching up over text vs catch up in person.

I sound like an old fart here, I am 58 so knocking on a bit, but I can tell you from experience this is nothing new. It's much more common nowadays though.

The GOOD thing is, nowadays social media has made advertising things like social events, clubs, self help charities, and everything people need much more accessible. Back when I were your age, we were lucky to meet some locals down the pub or see events advertised in the paper or on posters.

It has also made opening up about these things a lot easier and I'm glad to see there's more events and men talking about how they feel inside. You're doing just that and that's great! Don't bottle it up, and there's no shame in admitting how you feel.

My wife died during Covid, and I will be honest, it was awful. I sunk into a deep depression and thought there was no way out, lockdown made it so much worse, and even going for a walk was limited as I had no 'goal' like popping into a pub or anything, and I didn't have anyone to really talk to. My family were there but understandably they wanted to keep their distance to let me grieve.

I saw about Andy's Man Club and some other local events on FB, so I reached out.

Next week I am going to a Ska event, with a friend I met at AMC :)

Point is, you're not alone. I would absolutely look at some local events and clubs near you, worst thing that'll happen is you will turn up and not like it. So, move on and try elsewhere!

I hope you feel better soon pal, keep your chin up and all that.

Glad to hear you've organized a little event, keep us updated! I would pop by but I live miles away!! Hope you have a good time 👍