Yes, I have become a recluse as well. My own father just can't understand. When I do get out and run errands, see after my dad- I'm down with extreme fatigue st least two days after. I also have diabetes, interstitial cystitis, IBS, uncontrolled hypertension and a brain tumor they can't decide what to do with. The tumor is in a very difficult place to get to and my specialist says the surgery is absolutely horrendous. I try not to worry @ it. Take ins day @ a time. I've had 10 surgeries and my fibro gets worse each time. We all just do the best we can! Hugs to you and you can always contact me to talk😊

Definitely not alone coming from being on stage 3 to 4 nights a week and my daily work to where I am now. I'm slowly going back on stage on open mic night once a week. I have maybe 8 friends that truly understands besides family. The other one God bless her soul a pro singer doesn't want to know and just says phone me when you having a good day. Lol which is not often as she is dear but she exhaust me within half hour. I have definitely lost 90% of so called friends..... I don't want to go anywhere I'm happy at home. My bowels are also a huge factor for being a near hermit. Flatulence is a big problem and most times i get up from sitting it just flutes a tune!! so embarrassing. So you are not alone just think about the funny time's and then WhatsApp that friend about that particular time and have a natter from there..... I hope this helps a little.

That's true with me too. I don't have friends here, and my hubby doesn't want to understand .I could put myself out there- go to church, volunteer ect.. But I just don't feel like it or have the energy.

Hey Beeanz, your far from being alone because many of us are"loners by choice "! I choose this lifestyle because it's easier than constantly backing out of events at the last minute , it's easier than having to explain " fibromyalgia"to people who don't believe in it in the first place, it's easier than sitting around others during a flare up and having them wonder if I'm about to"attack or call 911 for a squad ", it's easier than sitting around complaining about my pain to people that couldn't comprehend what pain really is ! Being a" fibromite"is a challenge and one that doesn't require a ride along friend. I can do it with my God, because he understands and believes me.
Brenda

You are not alone sweetie, people pull away when you can't get out as much as you use to. You can't make definite plans so they don't ask you anymore. I know it sucks and it gets you down but to my knowledge there's not much you can do. I'm in the house all the time, no one visits and if they call they want me to come to see them. It's hard for me to drive anymore especially at night and alot of the time my body just can't do it. I've always gone to my mothers side of the family Christmas day since I was born and last year was the first one I missed and I'm going to be missing them from now on. I can't help it, it's the fibro but try telling people that don't understand the pain you're in. I have my own pity parties sometimes too. Just do what you can. Gentle hugs