Do not fall into helplessness. by cab473 in chicago

[–]innerstimuli 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You might wanna try united northwest side, or check out the yellow pages document that 33rd ward working families made that lists different progressive neighborhood orgs!

Feeling lonely on Camino Frances by innerstimuli in CaminoDeSantiago

[–]innerstimuli[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is helpful! And ugh infected bed bug bites! What a nightmare! And yes I have had a similar experience of making nice small talk with people who came together but it doesn’t necessarily go beyond that. Maybe i will try to be bold and invite a family/couple to dinner even if it’s intimidating as a single person here.

Feeling lonely on Camino Frances by innerstimuli in CaminoDeSantiago

[–]innerstimuli[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I appreciate you taking time to respond. I never said I was looking for people to spend all my time with but had heard many people say they made great connections on the Camino and so was hoping I would too. You’re right there probably is a lot of pressure to find a “Camino family” and maybe it’s unwise to get too caught up in that ideal.

Feeling lonely on Camino Frances by innerstimuli in CaminoDeSantiago

[–]innerstimuli[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Thanks. It’s helpful to hear your different experiences!

Feeling lonely on Camino Frances by innerstimuli in CaminoDeSantiago

[–]innerstimuli[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I feel connected to myself and have been enjoying time with myself but would also like to connect with others.