I moved to a new job and now am really lonely, haha. I miss all the chats with my old coworkers. Anyone have advice?

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You don’t have actual friends to talk to?

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Can’t spend that much time on my phone at work lol

Seek fulfillment outside of work. Not trying to be snarky, genuinely, find enjoyment and purpose in your hobbies and relationships outside of your job.

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Ahh youll get over it

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Resign and go back to your work family as the great sage Vin Diesel once said

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Yep, completely normal.

If you go out of your way to talk with people at your new job, you'll have a better shot at finding new work friends.

At least u have a new salary

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