I felt extremely lonely my whole life.
I came to believe that if I had friends this loneliness would be gone. And, indeed, I made some friendships with the nerds from D&D and some guys from school. But the loneliness never passed. It was always there. I just got temporary relief while playing D&D or drinking with buddies.
I also came to believe that if I had a foid who would exchange care, affection and love with me my loneliness would be gone. Is this a scam also?
Many people say that relationships (with foids and friends) are the key to mental health.
I doubt, however, that a relationship with a foid (if it were at all possible) would help me. My mental anguish comes from within -- PTSD, autism, depression etc. My (male) therapists said I should seek relationships with foids, they believe a relationship would help me get better. I told them I'm too unattractive for that, I better learn to cope with lifelong loneliness. They seem unfazed. My latest therapist recommended me a movie about a loner guy (non incel) who finds love in the end. Too optimistic. Doesn't click with me.