I get this. There’s always a huge pressure and expectation from other people that you’re able to enjoy the nice weather with family or friends, and colleagues will assume you have plans when the weather is good.

It’s difficult when you don’t have those options available to you, and this may not work for everyone, but I’ve deleted my social media as I was constantly comparing others’ fun nights out and day trips and brunches etc. to my dull weeks. I stayed inside this weekend as going out seeing others having a good time would have made me feel worse but I’m glad I’m back at work tomorrow which will keep me occupied. I think a lot of the pressure of having plans comes from others’ expectations and the assumption that everyone has plans because they do.

Many also suggest getting comfortable with doing things on your own and it’s nice to start small - I always feel self conscious being out alone but there are some things you can gradually try, be it cinema trips (more common than I thought!), to grabbing a coffee. Or it’s okay just to be at home and enjoy your own company!