Around 5 years ago, I felt like I was on top of the world. I was making really good money designing computers, going to the gym and had a great friend circle. After my contract ended with that job, I bounced around a few places as a contractor. Then after those gigs ended, the pandemic started, and I was on my own.   


I couldn't make rent in Austin, so I had to move out to Southern California and stay with my brother until things got better. After a year of working on my portfolio, I did get a job in LA. Right now things are ok. I'm living in a nice area, but I'm still paying off debt that I acquired from the pandemic times. At 40, I find that it's been hard making friends. Earlier this week, I think I got scammed by a dentist with a very large bill. It's been a little tough, and I feel less motivated to be social. When I go home from work, I just want to be left alone. I have inconsistent sleep patterns.   


Lately, I've been looking for a better job. I think I would like to move to an area thats more affordable with friendlier people.   


Can anyone relate? Are there other reddit groups that can help?