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Making new friends seems to be hard

Fri, May 27, 2011 6:45 PM

I seem to have a very hard time making friends since I recieved a illeostomy. This has cause me to be very lonely. Nobody seems to understand it they all seem to have some reason to make fun of me though. Its frustrating in every way. I just moved and I am starting all over. I hope this time the people around me are more understanding and friendly. So far I have not made a friend yet but I have only lived in my new condo for a few weeks. Lonely is the worst feeling!

froggy
Joined May 27, 2011

Thu, June 23, 2011 1:04 PM

Reply posted for froggy.

Hi,I found that some of those that have no knowledge or pain of the disease, I now have an illeostomy and had a tough time of it at first then met a young lady but after a short timeshe found out and denied it but decided i was not right for her i see her occassionally now and she now feels bad about it. I then joined a support group and I would certainly would encourage you to give that a try.

silentchase
Joined Jun 23, 2011

Sat, June 18, 2011 11:40 PM

Reply posted for froggy.

crohns and colitis camp oasis. kids just like us having fun just know you will always have friends here. we understand you like no one else. just be yourself and embrase who you are.

samantha smith
Joined Jun 18, 2011

Thu, June 02, 2011 11:45 AM

Reply posted for froggy.

I kow how you feel, I have the same issue but I try to make the best of it. I have actually never met another person with crohn's or ibd or if I have they havn't made it known to me, though I make no pretenses to hide that I have crohn's. I live in the central florida area so if you wanna hangout lets do this it's not good to feel lonely but I find that fun in the sun normally helps.

stleger88
Joined Jun 2, 2011

Sat, May 28, 2011 7:24 AM

Reply posted for froggy.

The previous post is right perhaps reaching out to locate a support group would be a step in the right direction. Check with the CCFA office, local hospitals, your gi's office. You are fortunate that you were able to relocate and have the opportunity to "start over". Think about some of the interests you have and look into a class in them. It is a great way to meet others that share the common interest too! Good luck, and know that you have a whole lot of people here who can lend a friendly ear.

Lizzies Mom

lizzies mom
Joined Sep 9, 2009

Fri, May 27, 2011 7:50 PM

Reply posted for froggy.

I'm so sorry you are going through this. I want you to know that you are not alone and we are all here for you. I was wondering if you could find an IBD support group. I'm sure ccfa.org would be more than happy to help you find one. They have a "contact us" tab on the top of this page.

ez
Joined Nov 9, 2008

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