u/Feather_in_a_Zephyr

I'm happy that he's doing this for his mom and that he's asking me for advice. It does make a heart heavy to do this after years of being there and making a day all about her. I quietly helped my youngest pick out a gift and wrapped it. The end of a relationship, even one that needed to end for everyone's sake, still has sad moment of mourning of a family unit that will never exist in that form again

After a long awkward separation, I was finally able to move out on my own. I live in a city where I have no friends or family, so no real roots other than my children and my ex's family. I of course enjoy my time with the kids but not having adults to talk to is rough. I joined this sub to see how it goes for most people and it has helped me see the upside of living alone (I do tend to be a lone wolf so it's not something I ever viewed with negative connotations). I just wanted to be of service to the community my kids will be a part of for several decades. I went to my first meeting this month and everyone was so friendly and thoughtful. I'll volunteer for my first event tomorrow and my son and I will participate in a charity tournament next month.

So many people, especially men, feel so isolated right now. Organizations like these help us forget about ourselves and become more aware of how we can help others and feel the rewards of just giving a litttle bit of your time for a good cause. You can't imagine how valuable your time can be to volunteer organizations. They need you and whatever time you can give. Especially if you find yourself doomscrolling a lot.

Anyone reading this, get off your device and into your community.