The article reflects on the challenges of loneliness faced by someone who moved overseas for a healthier lifestyle. At 34, the author recalls her previous experiences abroad in her 20s, which were filled with joy and social interactions. Now, living alone and working remotely, she struggles to connect with new friends and misses her existing support network. Eleanor's insights emphasize the difficulties of adult loneliness, the impact of life changes, and the challenge of forming new relationships as people get busier in their lives and careers.
Getting what you thought you wanted only to have it sour can feel worse than just not getting it, like sitting in silence on your own birthday.
You've changed since your 20s, and so has the social scene you're trying to connect with. It's hard to keep friends everyone is busy with their own lives.
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