I feel so lonely at work. I'm quite reserved and quiet so I guess it's inevitable that people do not notice me, But I'm also set up in a corner cubicle in a big office so I only interact with people when it's work-related. The people who talk to me are either very busy, across the office, or recently laid off. My boss also does not care much about me or my work (because he trusts me but still). It reminds me of the employee who passed away in the office and only found days later.

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That's not a great way to live life let alone work. Do what you need to do to find what makes you happy. This might mean finding a new position or taking some time off, if you can afford it.

I am so sorry to hear that OP. I would definitely try to challenge yourself to get out of your cubicle more and talk to people about things that aren't just work related.

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