How did you spend your time between the ages of 24 and 27?

I'm a 24-year-old single woman, feeling completely lost in life. What were you doing at this age? If you're going through this right now, how are you handling it?

I've tried so many different things in life, but none have brought me happiness. The same goes for relationships—it feels like nothing truly satisfies me! I know I might be unhappy with myself, but I still believe the right person or job is out there for me. Most of my closest friends have moved away, and anyone new I've met either plans to move or already has.

I just need someone to relate to right now. I feel so alone, and for the first time in my life, truly lonely—and this is coming from an introvert who usually loves being by herself.

Life feels like a mess, and I feel like I'm terrible at it.

Edit: I'm pleasantly overwhelmed by the number of responses! I can't reply to everyone, but I’m reading all your stories ❤️. Thank you for sharing ❤️. We're in this together, and I hope others reading through the replies find some inspiration for their own lives.