Lonely woman gets catfished on social media
Dear Amy: I'm a 65-year-old, married woman with grandchildren. I live with my husband.
I love social media. I suppose it's because I'm lonely for attention.
I meet young guys on social media and develop strong feelings for them.
I don't think myself as a flirt, but I have compassion for these guys going through hard times.
Is my way of thinking normal?
I know that we're never going to be together, but when one guy ignores my messages I get really upset.
What is your advice for me?
-- Lonely
Dear Lonely: My concern for your emotional and physical security overrides my main advice, which is for you to look for other outlets and ways to develop healthier relationships. Ideally, you would seek the cure for your own loneliness within your own household, but this might not be possible.
You don't say who you are connecting with, or through what channels, but it is obvious that your interest in these men is romantic. They, like you, are trawling for people to connect with, but their motives might be different from yours. They might portray themselves as needing help, but of course, on the internet, anyone can basically sell a lie. Do not share any financial information, or send them money. Depending on their motivations, they may be moving on from you when you don't accept their baited hook.
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