Feeling isolated and struggling to connect
Hi everyone, it’s very hard for me to write this, but honestly I don’t know who else to turn to. I feel very alone and disconnected from people. Because of my chemical sensitivities and different lifestyle (MM), it has always been difficult for me to find real friendships and a sense of belonging. Most of my friendships exist only online, and over the years I’ve experienced disappointment, betrayal, ghosting, and people suddenly disappearing from my life. Even when I feel like I’ve finally found someone who truly understands me, they eventually go silent. Because of this, I no longer feel comfortable seeking friendships, even within the MM community.
Ever since childhood, I never truly fit in. I used to be active on social media, but most connections felt temporary and unstable. Shame and fear of being misunderstood or judged made me withdraw and hide myself from the world.
Even though I’ve been following MM protocols very strictly for 7 years, I still struggle with health issues. Not everyone understands my healing journey or the limitations I live with. Half a year ago my partner broke up with me, and it still hurts deeply. Even though he knows MM information, he still couldn’t fully understand what I was going through, why I needed to live this way, why I avoided certain environments and people, or why I wasn’t able to live a more “normal” life. I constantly felt misunderstood and pressured to become someone I cannot be right now. Losing someone who was supposed to understand me on the deepest level completely shattered me and made me lose trust in myself and others.
At the same time, I carry a heavy burden helping family members who are also seriously struggling with their health and trying to heal with MM as well. I often push myself beyond my limits and sacrifice myself for others. I feel emotionally and physically burned out, and I don’t know how to pull myself back together anymore.
I’ve started following the PTSD protocol and doing MM meditations because I’m deeply wounded from lifelong pain and isolation. Every day I pray for healing and strength. Part of me wants to run away from everything and disappear, yet another part still longs for connection, understanding, and genuine friendship.
Has anyone experienced something similar?
Edit: If anyone feels like getting in touch, feel free to send me a message.🫶🏻