Internet Dad here,

Kiara, I just want to tell you that you are wonderful just the way you are, and while you might not like the sound of your voice, to others out there, it's a beautiful melody. Mark my words.

I'm glad you have your network of support, but I also understand that doesn't solve the battle with loneliness that you're confronted with.

I'm not very good with advice, but I'm wondering if the world needs a chance to get to know you. If you're often in that room, that might be an obstacle.

When you can, go out and take long walks. You might need to force yourself a little to do that. Dress the way you want. Also, try to smile even when you're not in the mood to smile. Perhaps I'm being overly optimistic, but I like to think happiness is just in front of us but we need to reach out to grasp it. That reaching out requires effort. And in our grief at times, we feel a lack of motivation to apply that effort. But I'm asking you to do so.

Take walks, take deep slow breaths, drink water, and know that you are loved.

Your Lemmy family is looking out for you. Keep us posted.

Also, if you have time, there is a protest starting shortly - No Kings 2. It might be helpful to be with a crowd of people who tend to have a lot of empathy.

Sending virtual hugs, keep your Lemmy family in the loop, we're rooting for you!

EDIT: grammar correction.