I desperately need help/guidance from someone, I tried going to some therapists but they just emphasize antidepressants.

Below are my thoughts rn: Man, I’m 28 and such a bum. I work a job I hate, I have no social circle. I have never had a gf. All these things are so challenging because I’m autistic. I can’t change that. What’s the point of living when society treats ppl like me like I don’t matter. Maybe I should just take a bunch of sleeping pills so I don’t have to deal with life anymore.

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I'm not a man of many words but what I can say is that you didn't come this far, to just come this far. You're also one opportunity away from having everything you want. If you hate your job just ask yourself what's the next thing I can do to get me closer to where I want to be and just rinse and repeat that process. Theres also tons of organizations outside of work or even online that you can share common interest with and possibly meet up with. Lastly, sometimes it's just a matter of showing up to locations of your interest. As such, if you wanna work out or be fit, go hang out at gym and you'll find like minded people. Like to go fishing or read, visit those locations ( park, lake, bookstore coffee shop etc. and you'll find people with those interest that you can spark a conversation with. Lastly, it takes being a friend to get a friend

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I’m sorry to hear you are going through this. Stay strong and positive and you will start to attract things you want to achieve in your life but that comes with hard work and sometimes sacrifices. A first step would be to join a professional organization or volunteer outside work. This will help with creating a social life you want. The more you allow yourself to do positive acts, the more your life will start to change for the better.

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Hey man, I feel you, I've been down there at the pit of despair. Even though it doesn't seem like it right now, it can and it will get better. You can also initiate change by leaving the job you hate or leaning into your family, who will always love you unconditionally. Either way man, like I said, I don't know you, but I do know you are a valuable human being and you matter more than you can feel it right now.

It's okay to get help too, we weren't meant to go through shit alone, so please seek assistance if it feels underwhelming.

Feel free to DM man, you're not alone.

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I think you can chunk off your issues and tackle them in pieces instead of trying to boil the ocean. Work on the most solvable one first then go from there. Maybe start with the job, start thinking of things you do like and see what jobs would support your lifestyle and happiness. Once you have that figured out start making moves to get there. Similar with gf, start doing some work to figure out why you haven’t found one, read some books hire a coach, etc. As others have suggested join some groups for the social part. I’ve heard of men’s groups and things but sports or leagues might help too.
This is all tough stuff. Many people go through periods where it seems the world is against them. I loved the book The Obstacle Is The Way because it emphasizes that things are happening not happening to you. Stoic philosophy is pretty interesting.
Feel free to reach out, been through tough times mentally too.

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Honestly, finding a new therapist is rough I know, but it sounds like you just havent found the right one. If you don't want to take meds they should be working with you to come up with alternative solutions.

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Sorry I hit enter too soon. I am really sorry you are going through this. Hang in there. It really does get better I promise.

We are here to support each other! Some days might be good, and others not that good. It may be time to try something different, like changing careers, taking a year off, and traveling the world. As an easy solution, try joining a social league. It might help.

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I'm really sorry you're going through this. Though I may not understand exactly how you feel, but know that you're not alone. I also struggled with finding the right therapist but when I found the right one, it really helped me even though it was a tough quest. Hang in there, bud. Sending tight hugs your way.

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